Case Manager - Substitute Care Program

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Job Summary:

The Case Manager is hired and supervised by the Director of Substitute Care. They are responsible for coordinating and facilitating ongoing support and services to children and youth experiencing severe emotional/behavioral disturbance and their families. They will engage in extensive collaboration with other agencies and support serving children and youth in need. In addition, they will be responsible for the supervision of assigned Support Staff working with clients.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

All direct-services positions necessitate training and preparedness in physical restraint techniques, given the at-risk population served by the employer. Provide ongoing support and services to children and youth experiencing severe emotional/behavioral disturbance and their families. Provide support and supervision to therapeutic foster care providers. Participate and facilitate ongoing treatment team meetings, participate in Case Plan Reviews, and participate in educational meetings. Develop and implement treatment plans which provide for the delivery of services and interventions as identified by the treatment team. Assist in developing natural supports for children and youth in within their communities. Work collaboratively with schools and other agencies providing services to children and youth experiencing severe emotional/behavioral disturbance and their families. Maintain client records to include writing weekly summaries, treatment team summaries and all other required paperwork relevant to providing client services. Provide crisis intervention and support to children and youth experiencing a severe emotional/behavioral disturbance and their families. Ability to cover, on a rotational basis, after hour crisis support (Level 2 & 3 staff only). Provide supervision, direction, and consultation to staff to ensure work is being performed according to established policies and practices. Regularly attends staff and other assigned meetings and training. Prepares agenda for team meetings to ensure an efficient and effective meeting. Train, mentor, and supervise assigned staff. Other duties as assigned, including financial, recordkeeping, and medication responsibilities.

Rewards:

PRICELESS

! Along with the intrinsic reward of making a difference, Laraway Youth and Family Services firmly believes in taking care of our team. Our generous benefits are designed with you in mind, using information our team members have provided (we didn't have to guess or assume!). We have comprehensive health insurance with minimal out-of-pocket expenses for team members, along with many other premium-paid insurances, CTO, paid holidays, mental health app and an Employee Assistance Plan for you and household members! We can talk more about specifics when we meet! One of the things we hear the most often from new team members is their appreciation and surprise about the amount of support they receive. You deserve that!

Physical Requirements:

Given the at-risk population served, the position requires ongoing training and preparedness in the execution of physical restraint techniques. This may require running to catch a child. The "Handle with Care" training program articulates that individuals with back and neck limitations are likely to be hampered in the execution of the protocols and greatly increases risk of harm to self or student. Potentially long hours of sitting and driving in various types of weather and different times of the day to transport clients.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in human services or related field is required. If not met, a waiver must be provided by DCF. Two years of human service delivery with children and families is preferred. Must be available for 2pm-9pm shifts and at least one weekend day shift. A valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and access to safe, reliable, insured vehicles are required. •

Note:

The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.20 - $27.60 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have a current driver's license? If so, please list any offenses you had in the past 5 years? At times, it may be necessary to transport a client in your personal vehicle. Do you have regular access to a safe, registered, insured, and inspected vehicle?

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

working with at-risk youth: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person