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Upbring

Co-Lead Case Manager ORR

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

Instead of playing pretend and imagining grand adventures, unaccompanied children face perilous conditions alone as they travel to unfamiliar countries, leaving home and loved ones behind to escape ...

Upbring

Co-Lead Case Manager ORR

Corpus Christi, TX

Instead of playing pretend and imagining grand adventures, unaccompanied children face perilous conditions alone as they travel to unfamiliar countries, leaving home and loved ones behind to escape ...

ICF

Direct Operations Case Coordinators

Norfolk, VA

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Candidates must have demonstrated understanding of unaccompanied children, child welfare best practice, and the ability to maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues.In addition ...

Upbring

Escort Youth Care Worker ORR

Brownsville, TX · On-site

Safely transport unaccompanied children to and from scheduled activities and appointments using safety protocols such as DOT safety measures; use safety protocol to enter and exit unaccompanied ...

ICF

Direct Operations Case Coordinators

Richmond, VA

$19 - $25.75/hr

Candidates must have demonstrated understanding of unaccompanied children, child welfare best practice, and the ability to maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues.In addition ...

Upbring

Escort Youth Care Worker ORR

Brownsville, TX · On-site

Safely transport unaccompanied children to and from scheduled activities and appointments using safety protocols such as DOT safety measures; use safety protocol to enter and exit unaccompanied ...

Upbring

Co-Lead Case Manager ORR

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

Instead of playing pretend and imagining grand adventures, unaccompanied children face perilous conditions alone as they travel to unfamiliar countries, leaving home and loved ones behind to escape ...

ICF

Supervisory Case Coordinator

San Antonio, TX · Hybrid

Candidates must have demonstrated understanding of unaccompanied children, child welfare best practice, and the ability to maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues.In addition ...

ICF

Supervisory Case Coordinator

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

Candidates must have demonstrated understanding of unaccompanied children, child welfare best practice, and the ability to maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues.In addition ...

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An Unaccompanied Children job involves providing care, support, and case management for migrant children who arrive in the U.S. without a legal guardian. Professionals in this role work in shelters, foster care programs, or government agencies to ensure the children's safety and well-being. Responsibilities often include coordinating legal services, facilitating reunification with family or sponsors, and providing emotional and social support. These roles require knowledge of immigration policies, child welfare regulations, and trauma-informed care.

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To support unaccompanied children, professionals typically need a background in social work, child welfare, or a related field, often with a relevant degree or experience working with vulnerable youth. Familiarity with case management systems, trauma-informed care practices, and legal guidelines related to child advocacy is crucial. Compassion, cultural sensitivity, and strong interpersonal skills are vital for building trust and providing effective support. These skills are essential to ensure the safety, well-being, and successful integration of unaccompanied children into appropriate care settings.

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Professionals working with unaccompanied children often encounter challenges such as language barriers, cultural differences, and the emotional impacts of trauma or separation these children may have experienced. Navigating complex legal and social service systems to meet each child's unique needs can also be demanding. Teamwork with social workers, legal representatives, and educators is essential to coordinate holistic care. Maintaining patience, flexibility, and emotional resilience is important to provide consistent support in this sensitive and dynamic environment.

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Infographic showing various Unaccompanied Children job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,650 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

Unaccompanied Children Case Manager

Bethany Christian Services

Kentwood, MI • On-site

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Bethany Christian Services rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.
As a Unaccompanied Children (UC) Case Manager, you'll walk alongside unaccompanied children as they seek family reunification, older youth preparing for adulthood in a new country, and foster families who give these children a home away from home.
How Your Role Makes a Difference
  • Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate comprehensive case management services;
  • Maintain a caseload in compliance with contract terms and agency expectations
  • Maintain a home study caseload in compliance with contract terms and agency expectations;
  • Assess potential placements for Unaccompanied Children (UC), to include but not limited to interviews and home study investigations;
  • Perform home study assessments to include calls, interviews, home visits, and accompaniment to community resources, as needed;
  • Complete and document all required reports, case notes, and case contacts in the appropriate database in accordance with the expected timeframes and requirements;
  • Provide psycho-educational information, referrals, outreach, advocacy, and support to children and families;
  • Assess the safety and appropriateness of the placement on an ongoing basis using child welfare principles and social work best practices;
  • Serve clients within the entire state of their respective branch as assigned;
  • Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult on cases, and to review case plan and direction;
  • Keep abreast of community resources and refer families for support, as needed;
  • Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;
  • Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;
  • May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;
  • Complete other duties as assigned.

What Will Make You Successful
  • Bachelor's level degree in Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, or a Social Services field from an accredited college;
  • At least one (1) year of prior case management experience in child and family services;
  • Must have a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of social work as acquired through a Bachelor's level degree;
  • Bi-lingual English and Spanish, strongly preferred;
  • Previous experience conducting home studies, strongly preferred;
  • Demonstrated ability to service a difference group of clients, to include refugees or other minority families;
  • Mature and stable judgment as well as sensitivity to various cultures and the unique history of refugees;
  • Knowledge of state, community and agency resources for victims of abuse;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Demonstrated clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills;
  • Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
  • Adheres to all agency and departmental safety procedures including reporting any unsafe practices, equipment and environment, and takes an active role in correcting the unsafe practice, equipment or environment through proper notification channels;
  • Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident;
  • Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization;
  • Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
  • Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
  • Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
  • Exhibit integrity and good moral character to provide appropriate care;
  • Possess the relevant experience and/or qualifications to work with these clients and clients with special needs; and be properly trained and licensed, as necessary;
  • Must be able to show proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route:
  • TDap or Tdap: Complete primary vaccination series. If primary vaccination series completed in childhood, one Tdap dose in adulthood.
  • Results of medical examination (as required by State Licensing, including results of TB tests and immunization records);
  • Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

We Invest in You
  • Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursue excellence, and are in it for the long haul
  • Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
  • Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way, paid parental leave, separate sick and paid absence banks)
  • Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
  • Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
  • Employer paid long-term disability and group term life insurance

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