Case Manager in a Juvenile Residential Treatment Center

Case Manager/Group Leader Position

Summit Youth Academy is a Residential Treatment Center located in Emmett, Idaho. We provide services for youth aged 9 - 17 in a staff secure environment. We are looking for passionate staff to help us provide best practice care for the youth we serve.

Qualifications required for the position:

Individuals must possess at a minimum, a bachelor's degree from a fully accredited college or university in social work, psychology, or counseling, or a closely related field. Or have 5 years of experience in related job experience.

General Responsibilities

· Responsible for the assessment of treatment progress, and the provision and monitoring of therapeutic or rehabilitative treatment services.

· Make available therapeutic support directly or through instruction to other staff (e.g. : case management, mediation, counseling assignments).

· Encourage and motivate groups and individuals.

· Participate in problem-solving discussions during group helping sessions.

· Establish effective working relationships with residents and staff.

· Learn and model principles and concepts of the program.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Therapeutic Education Instruction

· Provide therapeutic education classes to residents following an evidence-based curriculum. (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Anger Management, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotional Management, Independent Living Classes, ect.)

· Process group dynamics and skill building with residents and staff in a group setting.

· Maintain up to date information on mental health issues, alcohol and other drugs, and group dynamics.

Charting and Reporting

· Log personal observations of groups and individuals during classes.

· Notify appropriate personnel of any suicidal ideation/gestures.

· Ensure compliance with policy regarding confidentiality of records, charts, logs, etc.

· Complete reports/records accurately and per policy as required by supervisor.

· Facilitate communication with placement agency, parents/guardians, treatment team, and other necessary community agencies regarding individual residents' progress and status through monthly staffing.

· Complete treatment plans, progress letters, and release plans per policy and submit them to the individuals’ placement agency, necessary community agencies, treatment team, and the parents/guardians.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Case Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25