*** $3,500 Sign-On Bonus***

Department: Clinical Reports To: Clinical Director
Educational Requirements: Bachelor Degree Evaluated By: Clinical Director

Position Summary: The Case Manager will provide the assessment and the development of the ongoing behavioral plan which will structure the individualized program for each resident. He/she will be the primary liaison between the resident, treatment providers, and his school, family and community.

Qualifications:

• Must have bachelor’s degree preferred in social work, behavior or related discipline.
• Has not been convicted of crimes against persons or drug related crimes as evidenced by a criminal background check.
• Must be competent in reading and writing English.
• Certified in CPR and First Aid.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.
• Experience working in residential setting a plus.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor weekly behavior and improvements within social interaction.
• Provide referral sources with weekly updates on child’s progress in treatment Monitor and support the social, emotional, behavioral, and academic needs of students.
• Email/phone call to referral source at least once per week.
• Email/phone call to family/guardian at least once per week.
• All contact should be documented in case management notes.
• Case management notes should be printed weekly.
• Document time and resources in child’s treatment process.
• Weekly documentation of meetings with the child.
• Weekly documentation of progress of treatment plan goals.
• Construct monthly reports for every 30 day reporting period.
• Send to Dr. Parker to review.
• Send report to referral source.
• Attach fax confirmation sheet and place in to be filed.
• Monitor Court Dates.
• Case managers will be responsible for documenting upcoming court dates for each resident on their caseload.
• Attend court hearings for residents.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Travel to meetings and conferences as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• On-Call duties as outlined in the on-call duties description.
• Work as a team member within PVRC to insure effective case management for all residents in the program.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of: principles and practices of effective clinical case; the principles and practices of effective program management; expanded principles of psychology, social work, juvenile justice and other social sciences; family systems approach to treatment; child and adolescent development (needs and behaviors); crisis intervention and management; needs assessment techniques and strategies; problem-solving and conflict resolution; symptoms and effects of physical, emotional, sexual abuse and neglect; substance abuse and its indicators; parenting skills and behavior management techniques; community resources and services; cultural diversity and value systems; mental health, juvenile justice, education and related systems services.
• Skill in: coordinating resident’s care, evaluating services/systems of care, developing individual plans of care, efficient and effective written and oral communication; and interfacing effectively with stakeholders.
• Ability to: relate with children through understanding and respect; evaluate and display insight into individual behavior; use supervisory skills to enable professional and paraprofessional staff development; follow all safety and precautionary rules and measure; prioritize and self-motivate to accomplish job goals and perform work efficiently and effectively under stressful situations; use available resources; and demonstrate effective discharge planning and follow-up.
• Physical demands: Must be able to lift, sit, stand, bend, or stoop for long periods of time. Possess the sensory capacities to efficiently and successfully execute essential job functions.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked or required to perform other duties as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $36,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Social Work: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person