What are the responsibilities and job description for the Juvenile Forensic Case Manager (ID169) position at Northwestern Community Services Board?
The Juvenile Forensic Case Manager serves to assist juveniles in gaining access to needed medical, social, educational, and other services. The position is responsible for assessing client needs, service plan development, implementing and reviewing service plans, and working with other community resources in meeting client service needs in all jurisdictions. This position will support children and adolescents with co-occurring diagnosis and who have court services involvement due to criminal charges or diversion.
This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assesses and plans services, to include developing an Individual Service Plan (ISP). The case manager must modify the ISP as necessary, review it every three months, and rewrite it annually.
Provides competency restoration services to youth identified through DBHDS; maintains compliance with documentation standards defined by DBHDS.
Maintains close communication and works collaboratively with the Child/Adolescent Court Services Therapist.
Ensures monthly case management contact, activity, or communication relevant to the ISP are provided. A face-to-face client contact must be made at least once every 90-day period.
Provides and links the client to needed services and support specified in the ISP.
Coordinates and monitors services and treatment planning with other agencies and providers.
Enhances community integration through increased opportunities for community access and involvement and creating opportunities to enhance community living skills to promote community adjustment.
Makes collateral contacts with significant others to promote implementation of the service plan and community adjustment. Periodic home visits are expected.
Provides education and supportive counseling, which guides the individual and develops a supportive relationship that promotes the service plan. Provide problem-solving activities designed to promote community adjustment and to enhance an individual’s functional capacity in the community. These activities must be linked to the goals and objectives of the Case Management ISP.
Participates in regular interdisciplinary staff meetings and continuing education.
Maintains complete and accurate client records, in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Meets regularly with the immediate supervisor as a means of enhancing professional growth, reviewing and processing the provision of case management services, and dealing with appropriate administrative issues.
Maintains close communication with the consulting psychiatrist for input regarding medication compliance, side effects of medication, and medication changes and alerts identified staff of any changes in client adjustment which might suggest decompensation and a need for more aggressive intervention.
Performs related duties as required or deemed appropriate to the accomplishment of the responsibilities and functions related to this position or in support of departmental and agency goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A combination of mental health work experience or relevant education, and training, which indicates the possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform essential job duties required.
Bachelor’s degree earned from an accredited college or university in a relevant human services field required.
At least one year of experience working with courts, forensics, youth, and their families required.
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) eligibility required.
Must possess a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and the ability to provide your own transportation.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
May be exposed to allergenic environments from client’s homes, including dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases
Must be able to drive for long periods of time to travel in and out of the catchment area as needed
Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times
SALARY: $52,788 – $54,637
POSITION: ID169
RETIREMENT: NWCSB participates in Virginia Retirement System.
DISCLAIMER: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com. Positions remain open and advertised until filled.
If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply or interview, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 540-636-4250, Ext 2155.
Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Application
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Please provide your full address
Proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States will be required upon employment.
Please include any NWCSB employment in your work history.
Please list any relatives working at NWCSB in the text box below.
Professional Licenses and Certifications: If applicable, please list the type of license/certification, license number, and the respective expiration date for each entry.
By submitting this form, I certify that all of the statements made in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or misrepresentation may be cause for not employing me, or for my dismissal, if employed. I also understand that all information on this application is subject to verification. I, therefore, authorize Northwestern Community Services Board to obtain references concerning my employment and work history, and release past/present employers from all liability for issuing such information.
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This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assesses and plans services, to include developing an Individual Service Plan (ISP). The case manager must modify the ISP as necessary, review it every three months, and rewrite it annually.
Provides competency restoration services to youth identified through DBHDS; maintains compliance with documentation standards defined by DBHDS.
Maintains close communication and works collaboratively with the Child/Adolescent Court Services Therapist.
Ensures monthly case management contact, activity, or communication relevant to the ISP are provided. A face-to-face client contact must be made at least once every 90-day period.
Provides and links the client to needed services and support specified in the ISP.
Coordinates and monitors services and treatment planning with other agencies and providers.
Enhances community integration through increased opportunities for community access and involvement and creating opportunities to enhance community living skills to promote community adjustment.
Makes collateral contacts with significant others to promote implementation of the service plan and community adjustment. Periodic home visits are expected.
Provides education and supportive counseling, which guides the individual and develops a supportive relationship that promotes the service plan. Provide problem-solving activities designed to promote community adjustment and to enhance an individual’s functional capacity in the community. These activities must be linked to the goals and objectives of the Case Management ISP.
Participates in regular interdisciplinary staff meetings and continuing education.
Maintains complete and accurate client records, in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Meets regularly with the immediate supervisor as a means of enhancing professional growth, reviewing and processing the provision of case management services, and dealing with appropriate administrative issues.
Maintains close communication with the consulting psychiatrist for input regarding medication compliance, side effects of medication, and medication changes and alerts identified staff of any changes in client adjustment which might suggest decompensation and a need for more aggressive intervention.
Performs related duties as required or deemed appropriate to the accomplishment of the responsibilities and functions related to this position or in support of departmental and agency goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A combination of mental health work experience or relevant education, and training, which indicates the possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform essential job duties required.
Bachelor’s degree earned from an accredited college or university in a relevant human services field required.
At least one year of experience working with courts, forensics, youth, and their families required.
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) eligibility required.
Must possess a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and the ability to provide your own transportation.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
May be exposed to allergenic environments from client’s homes, including dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases
Must be able to drive for long periods of time to travel in and out of the catchment area as needed
Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times
SALARY: $52,788 – $54,637
POSITION: ID169
RETIREMENT: NWCSB participates in Virginia Retirement System.
DISCLAIMER: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com. Positions remain open and advertised until filled.
If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply or interview, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 540-636-4250, Ext 2155.
Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Application
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- ResumePlease ensure your resume includes up to ten (10) years of work history and any previous employment with NWCSB.
- Are you legally eligible to work in the United States?
Proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States will be required upon employment.
- Have you ever been employed with NWCSB before?
Please include any NWCSB employment in your work history.
- Do you have any relatives working at NWCSB?
Please list any relatives working at NWCSB in the text box below.
- Relatives: Please list any relatives working at NWCSB in the text box below.
- Highest Level of Education Completed: Please list degree(s) received in the text box below.
Professional Licenses and Certifications: If applicable, please list the type of license/certification, license number, and the respective expiration date for each entry.
- References: Please include contact information for three (3) professional references we may contact.
- Agreement
By submitting this form, I certify that all of the statements made in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or misrepresentation may be cause for not employing me, or for my dismissal, if employed. I also understand that all information on this application is subject to verification. I, therefore, authorize Northwestern Community Services Board to obtain references concerning my employment and work history, and release past/present employers from all liability for issuing such information.
Data Form
We ask for your voluntary response to the questions below for recordkeeping and analysis purposes. This information will not be used for making employment decisions, and will not be give to the supervisor, shared with hiring managers, or presented with your application for employment.
Gender
Prefer not to Answer Male Female Non-Binary
Please check the box to make your selection.
Racial or Ethnic Group
Prefer not to Answer White Black Hispanic Asian Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander American Indian Other
Please check the box to make your selection.
Recruiting Sources
Please assist us in analyzing our recruitment sources by answering the question below
How did you learn about this job advertisement?
Indeed LinkedIn Employee Referral VACSB VEC NWCSB Website NADCP Other
Fields with (*) are required.
Application Progress
Salary : $52,788 - $54,637