Youth Case ManagerClarvida

Description

Youth Case Manager
Location: Grayslake, IL (On-site / Community-based)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Starting at $54,000/year
Date Posted: 9/17/2026

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 13 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

Bachelors Degree in a Human Servicesrelated field
CWEL license preferred
Valid Drivers License in good standing and active automobile insurance
Ability to obtain an Illinois Drivers License within 30 days of hire if relocating from out of state

Compensation & Benefits

Full-Time Employees

Salary starting at $54,000/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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