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Description
Position at Clarvida - Illinois
Youth Case Manager
Location: Itasca, IL (On-site / Community-based)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Starting at $50,000/year
Date Posted: 8/14/2026
About the Role
Clarvida is seeking a Youth Case Manager to work with minors placed in care by DCFS due to abuse or neglect. In this role, you will partner with youth and families to develop individualized treatment plans with the ultimate goal of permanency. You will help identify service needs, coordinate wraparound community services, and assess progress toward stability and well-being.
This position includes regular contact with youth and families, observation of family visitation, and collaboration with legal teams, DCFS, and community providers. You will receive consistent, supportive supervision from a Child Welfare Supervisor to support your professional growth and development.
Responsibilities
• Meet with youth clients 1-3 times per month
• Meet with family members at least once per month
• Observe family visitation monthly
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on permanency
• Identify goals, strengths, and service needs for youth and families
• Coordinate wraparound services within the community
• Assess and document client and family progress
• Provide transportation for visits, medical appointments, and meetings as needed
• Collaborate with DCFS staff, legal teams, service providers, and families
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case documentation
Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services-related field
• CWEL license preferred
• Valid Driver's License in good standing and active automobile insurance
• Ability to obtain an Illinois Driver's License within 30 days of hire if relocating from out of state
Compensation & Benefits
Full-Time Employees
• Salary starting at $50,000/year
• Schedule flexibility to meet client and personal needs
• Team-based, supportive work environment
• Stability and growth opportunities within a national organization
• Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Up to 10 paid holidays*
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
• DailyPay - access earned wages without waiting for payday*
• Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements
• Company-provided cell phone
All Employees
• 401(k)
• Free licensure supervision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet insurance
• National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement*
*Benefit availability may vary by position, state, or county.
Employment Type
Full-time
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting youth in care and helping families work toward permanency and stability, we encourage you to apply for the Youth Case Manager role with Clarvida.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
See other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
Equal Opportunity Statement
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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