Case Manager

Kennedy-Donovan Center·New Bedford, Massachusetts

$25 - $28/hrOther On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 12 days ago

Practice for this role

Case Manager · $25 - $28/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-24% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in New Bedford, Massachusetts ($32.87/hr, n=31)

45 similar openings in the New Bedford area · median $32.43/hr

$20.00/hr · p10p90 · $80.00/hr

this role: $25.00/hrmedian $32.87/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 31 posted behavioral health roles in New Bedford, Massachusetts rates. This role sits in the 19th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 24% below the New Bedford, Massachusetts median for behavioral health roles.

The Case Manager provides direct, in-home case management services for children and families within the Intensive Foster Care and LIFT programs. They are responsible for assessing family needs, coordinating services with external partners, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Job DetailsLevel

EntryJob
Location:
New
Bedford
FRS and
FC -
New
Bedford,
MA 02740Position
Type: Full Time (+30 hours/week)Education
Level:
Bachelor's
DegreeSalary
Range: $25.00 - $27.50
HourlyTravel
Percentage:
Road
WarriorJob
Shift:
DayJob
Category: Intense Foster CareCase Manager $25 - $27.50 / hour | Flexible Schedule | Work-Life Balance Make a Difference with KDC The Case Manager provides direct, in-home case management services for children and families within the Intensive Foster Care (IFC) and Lives-In Forward Transition (LIFT) programs. This role supports the development of safe, nurturing, and stable environments, collaborates with internal and external partners, and ensures compliance with all regulatory, licensing, and agency standards.

Schedule

Monday -
Friday, 8 am - 4 pm
Location:
New
Bedford,
MA
Key
Responsibilities: Assess the strengths, needs, and risk factors of children, youth, and families. Build trusting, supportive relationships with children, youth, foster families, and biological families. Provide in-home case management, supportive services, and advocacy. Participate in treatment planning, IEPs, foster care reviews, and other team/case meetings. Monitor progress toward treatment and educational goals and provide ongoing support. Advocate for families and connect them with appropriate community resources and services. Collaborate with internal teams, DCF, EEC, external agencies, and community providers to coordinate services and support placements. Monitor placements to ensure compliance with DCF, EEC, and KDC requirements. Complete timely and accurate documentation while maintaining compliance with agency policies and regulatory standards. Provide transportation to appointments, programs, and placements as needed and perform other duties as assigned Why Join KDC? | Competitive Benefits Package Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care) Employer-Paid Life Insurance Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Free Virtual Medical, Mental Health, Therapy, and Psychiatry Services Musculoskeletal Support Program Financial & Professional Growth Mileage Reimbursement for Work-Related Travel 403(b) Retirement Plan Student Loan Repayment Assistance Tuition Remission Opportunities Professional Development and Career Growth Additional Perks Vacation (156 hours), Personal (16 hours), and Sick Time (80 hours)

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field and possess a valid driver's license with a reliable vehicle. Additionally, they must obtain or maintain LSW/LSWA licensure and CPR/First Aid certification.

bachelor degree
Communication
Advocacy
Documentation
Treatment planning
Regulatory compliance
Cultural competency
Risk assessment
Crisis intervention
Case management
Social work
Microsoft office
Community resource coordination
Foster care support
Family-centered services

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Personal time
Mileage reimbursement
Vacation time
Flexible spending accounts
Student loan repayment assistance
Sick time
Pet insurance
Health savings account
403(b) retirement plan
Accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Employer-paid life insurance
Employer-paid long-term disability
Hospital indemnity coverage
Tuition remission
Virtual mental health services
Virtual medical services
BJ's wholesale club membership discounts
Personal auto insurance
Home insurance support

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $25 - $28/hr
Location: New Bedford, Massachusetts
Posted: Aug 28, 2026
Application: Employer website

Massachusetts case managers are in steady demand

In Massachusetts, case manager roles are commonly tied to ongoing needs in healthcare, behavioral health, and community services, where employers look for candidates who can coordinate care and respond to psychosocial and crisis situations. These roles are competitive because they often require both direct human services experience and strong counseling skills, while benefits may be a factor in comparing offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, and tailor your application to show relevant case coordination and crisis intervention experience.