Case Worker- (Alachua County, FL)

Company: Gulf Coast JFCS
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

We are currently offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus to new Case Worker employees. Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families? WHAT YOU WILL DO: The AFP Case Worker is a non-exempt position responsible for working with clients with Serious and Persistent Mental Health (SPMI) and Caregivers who provide housing. The AFP Case Worker is accountable for assessing clients, facilitating placement with assigned Caregivers, and ongoing monitoring of that placement. Must be able to travel and work in Alachua County and the surrounding areas. Complete a minimum of monthly face-to-face home visits in the community, which include assessing the safety and well-being of enrolled clients, the safety of the home, and compliance with program requirements. Maintain an active caseload/census and electronic health records for assigned clients. Evaluate referred clients for appropriateness of program and refer for services. Establish rapport with the client, caregiver, family/guardian, significant other, and all service providers involved with the client. Utilize de-escalation skills and training to ensure client safety, including developing service and safety plan(s). Complete agency and funder reports. Perform other duties as assigned. WHAT WE OFFER: $18.75 per hour 15 PTO Days per year 13 Paid Holidays Field work environment (Remote) - Must be able to travel and work in Alachua County and the surrounding areas. Medical, Dental & Vision insurance Healthcare Concierge Financial Wellness Program Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance Paid Life/AD&D insurance Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs Continuous training and professional development opportunities Mileage Reimbursement An opportunity to make the world a better place! WHAT YOU WILL NEED: Bachelor?s degree in human services or related field. Previous experience with Mental Health/ Substance Abuse. Computer experience, which includes Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and organization skills. Must obtain/ maintain CPR and first-aid training within 90 days of employment. Ability to work under stressful conditions.? Ability to lift and/or carry supplies, files, etc., up to 25 lbs Must possess a valid driver?s license and current auto insurance coverage. Must use personal vehicle for community-based visits. Must be able to travel and work in Alachua County and the surrounding areas. WHO WE ARE: From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly. Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor?s and Master?s level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity. Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers? compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization?s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.

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