JPNDC Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Salary
$50,000 - $65,000 / YEAR
The Case Manager will act as the family liaison for priority populations, supporting individualized family needs, facilitating tailored Family Plans, and conducting developmental evaluations in collaboration with agency partners. Duties include participating in meetings with agencies like DCF, supporting contractual needs, making referrals, and conducting routine home visits.
Candidates must possess an active LSW or LCSW license along with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related Human Services field, coupled with a minimum of one year of case management experience with high-needs populations. Fluency in English and at least one additional language (Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Cape Verdean Creole) is required, along with a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation (JPNDC) is a grassroots community development corporation anchored in 49 years of community organizing and resident leadership. We seek to help transform the lives and amplify the voices of Boston residents who have been excluded from prosperity by an inequitable economic system. We build affordable housing that allows people to thrive, provide economic prosperity services that help people build on their strengths, and organize people to pursue the changes they desire. Based in Jamaica Plain, we envision an equitable and inclusive Boston in which all people have access to secure housing, economic prosperity for their families, safe and vibrant childcare and neighborhoods with strong community relationships, political power, and opportunities to fulfill their potential.
JPNDC's Family Childcare program (FCC) is a system of 115+ independent licensed early educators offering childcare in their homes to low-income children with public childcare subsidies. JPNDC supports educators in providing high-quality early education and care designed to prepare children for success in school and life. We also support families through an array of wraparound services and enrichment activities.
JPNDC offers an extensive benefits package! Up to 90% of individual insurance premiums paid for health insurance, vision, and Altus dental insurance, 2 weeks of vacation plus one week at the end of the year and 14 holidays recognized per year, employer-paid life & disability insurance, a vested 403b retirement, and much more! CEU Credit or comparable training offers to support professional development in areas of: DEI, economic and workforce development, early childhood education, and affordable housing and real estate finance.
The Case Manager will join the Community Wellness Team for Family Childcare (FCC), reporting directly to the Sr. Case Manager for Community Wellness. As a dedicated and skilled professional, the Case Manager will serve as the family liaison for our priority populations, including DCF, young parents under 24, and families experiencing homelessness. In collaboration with various agency partners, the Case Manager will support individualized family needs, facilitate tailored Family Plans, and conduct developmental evaluations. All program staff members supporting FCC are considered mandated reporters and will be supported with the requisite training as needed. This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a positive impact on the community by supporting families and children, particularly those with high needs facing challenging circumstances.
This is a full-time, salaried position with a generous benefit package. Salary range is $60,000 - $75,000.
Applicants must submit both a resume and a cover letter to be considered for this position.
Market context
In Massachusetts, family child care case manager roles typically draw candidates with social work licensure and direct experience supporting high-needs families, especially in multilingual communities. This role is competitive because it requires an active LSW or LCSW, a related bachelor’s degree, and case management experience, while offering health, dental, disability, life insurance, and vacation benefits. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and language match before applying.
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