What are the responsibilities and job description for the THERAPEUTIC CASE MANAGER position at Northeast Kingdom Human Services Inc?
Therapeutic Case Manager, (Therapeutic Day Treatment Program)
As the NKHS Therapeutic Case Manager you will be based out of the Cornerstone School day treatment program integrating the support services for students. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate, backed by a strong clinical team providing individual and family supportive interventions. Collaborate with school personnel to develop treatment and transitional plans for students in Caledonia County for Cornerstone school and the Kingdom East Collaborative. Opportunity to be deeply connected in a small school setting while gaining valuable professional experience.
Schedule follows typical school calendar and includes summer program. 40 hours/week, 7:30 am - 3:30 pm. Follows school calendar plus summer programming for approximately 5 weeks. This role will travel between Miller's Run, Newark, Sutton, and Burke Schools.
About NKHS:
NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont's beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 450 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont
Responsibilities: Therapeutic Case Manager
- Have or develop knowledge of local, state and regional community resources.
- Meet with or have telephone contact with selected children and parents for evaluation, supportive interventions, crisis management and communication of significant information.
- Responsible for the coordination of clinical treatment team meetings..
- Responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of transition plans with referring agencies and/or school systems, and potential post program placements..
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in human service field preferred; will consider Bachelor's with relevant experience.
- Experience with emotionally/behaviorally challenged children and youth highly desirable.
SALARY & BENEFITS
- $23.75 - $29.03 per hour, depending upon education and experience
- Education reimbursements and loan repayment program.
- Monday - Friday work week.
- Health and dental insurance.
- 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match.
- Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays.
- Outstanding employee wellness program
- Exceptional benefits package including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, generous paid time off, and additional optional benefits
NKHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Salary : $24 - $29
