Case Manager (Facility Based Day Treatment) - AMIkids - Infinity Wake

AMIkids•Raleigh, NC

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Case Manager is to oversee the service planning and transitional process for youth entering and exiting the program and to perform the duties of the role while providing a safe and successful learning environment for youth and encouraging social and emotional development through the achievement of academic and personal goals.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Psychology, Social work or related field
Minimum 2 years’ experience working with youth
Able to obtain and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state requirements
May be required to obtain and maintain current CPR and First Aid Certification by nationally recognized organization

Responsibilities

Active participant in the Multidisciplinary Treatment Team (MDT)
Complete an intake needs assessment on youth as they enter the Program, and complete re-assessments within established contractual guidelines
Evaluate, develop and document an individual service/care plan for the youth based on the needs assessment, and complete updates within established contractual guidelines
Ensure youth receives academic, vocational, and behavioral assessments within the required timeframe of enrollment and that this data is used in development of the individual service/care plan
Ensure timely delivery of the appropriate Program services to meet the needs of the youth within the established guidelines of the Personal Growth Model and building youth’s ability to function productively in interpersonal relationships
Attend and represent the program at court hearings, meetings and youths’ legal proceedings
Deliver Evidence Base Treatment models adopted by the Program, adhere to fidelity requirements of evidence based treatment model fidelity and documentation per contract
Facilitate youth progress meetings, with members of the MDT monthly, or more frequently if needed
Schedule transitional meetings 60 days prior to release date and assist in the development of a Transition Plan 30 days prior to the youth’s termination from the Program
Ensure each youth has a post-needs assessment and has a completed transitional plan before release date
Complete administrative tasks related to the role: Disbursement of comprehensive, monthly reports to the parent/guardian, judge and DJJ Probation Officer, or other applicable individuals, within required timeframe from date of the MDT meeting
Ensure advisors are completing weekly behavioral up-dates and weekly goal progressions
Conduct monthly audits to ensure all pertinent information is recorded
Maintain case management and service notes
Conduct and maintain youth exit interview information
Schedule off-site appointments and transportation for youth
Transport youth and may drive for other work related tasks
Operate program vehicles as required in accordance with the transportation policy/guidelines
Attend required training/professional development events and maintain appropriate certification(s) and license(s)
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned