Case Manager - Compass

Why join UCS?

Since 1958, United Counseling Service (UCS) has been dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals and families in our community. Through a wide range of programs, services, and educational opportunities, we strive to meet the diverse needs of those we serve. Our team includes professionals from various fields, including administration, clinical services, nursing, education, case management, psychiatry, and direct support, working across 17 facilities throughout Bennington County.

As a proud affiliate of Vermont Care Partners—a statewide network of 16 non-profit community-based agencies—we deliver comprehensive mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental services across Vermont. We are currently seeking compassionate, motivated team players to join us in making a positive impact and building a stronger community.

UCS Offers Generous Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities
• Free clinical supervision towards licensure
• Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
• Award winning worksite wellness program
• An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
• Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager - Specialty Services, Case Manager - Compass will coordinate with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to provide family-focused, community-based, case management, and intervention services to high-risk youth at risk for being removed from their place of residence or separated from their families.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

COORDINATION OF SERVICES: Provide collaboration with DCF, place of education and/or employment, as well as other resources available to the youth. When needed, help to connect the youth to primary care and other medical services. Asses the needs of the family system and refer family to additional services when appropriate. Assist youth in accessing any additional resources that may be available to them.

DIRECT SERVICE: Provide intensive (on average 3 hours a week per youth) case management, and crisis intervention services to clients and families primarily in the home. Work with the client and family to develop the skills needed to keep in the family unit intact. Provide case management services to the client including assessment, monitoring, and advocacy. Participate in the planning and implementation of division specific summer camps/services. Attend any school meetings, family safety planning meetings, CPS, or other meetings deemed necessary. Participation in the annual 5 week long summer Camp Be A Kid program as program staff.


NETWORKING: Communicate appropriate information to other staff, Department of Children and Families, families, guardians, and others. Serve as an advocate and/or liaison on behalf of the client, program, and/or agency with other community agencies to best meet the needs of the client.

SUPERVISION AND TRAINING: Assists in facilitation of all treatment team meetings to promote effective communication; develops goals following identification of client's and family's needs and oversees implementation of individual treatment plan. Maintain interagency, professional and parent/guardian communications, as well as communication between treatment team members in order to assure effectiveness of services. Attends workshops, conventions, meetings, etc., as agreed upon with supervisor.

ADMINISTRATIVE: Meets weekly with supervisor and submits monthly and quarterly program reports. Meet with the local DCF Director monthly to discuss cases and caseload. Follow UCS recordkeeping requirements for all cases. Treatment plans need to be updated every 6 months. Completes time sheets and other paperwork in a timely manner. All documentation should adhere to Medicaid standards.

*In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• Experience in case management, advocacy, outreach, assessment, crisis intervention, and supportive counseling necessary as well as strong ability to communicate clearly.
• Valid Driver’s License