Case Manager

VetJobs • Lincoln, NE

1d • $43,035 - $48,401 • Hybrid

About The Position

Work from home. Connect in your community. Make a difference. Social services field job seekers – Ready to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility of working from home? Region 5 Systems is looking for passionate social services professionals to join our team to provide Wraparound support to individuals age 26 and younger. If you’re motivated by helping others, value independence, and want a career where your work truly makes a difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you. This could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for! We offer a hybrid (telework-based) case management position located in Lincoln, Nebraska. This is an ideal position for professionals who enjoy serving in the community, building relationships, and working directly with individuals while maintaining the convenience of a home-based work environment. Because this is a community-based role, much of your work will take place in person, with regular travel throughout Region 5 Systems’ 16-county service area for client-related activities. This position is expected to attend required in-person meetings, trainings, and other duties at Region 5 Systems’ principal office located at 3600 Union Drive, Lincoln. See the job description (“Work Environment”) for additional details. Position closes 10/27/26 or until position is filled. If you require accommodations as an applicant, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected] [[email protected]]. Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field. Recent and soon-to-be graduates are encouraged to apply! Applicants expected to graduate within 3 months will be considered equivalent to candidates who have already completed their degree. HR will verify anticipated graduation following job offer.
• Extensive experience (3 or more years) in related human services field may be substituted for degree.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, including proficiency with video conferencing tools (e.g., Teams, Zoom), electronic health records, shared documentation, and network drives.
• Strong communication, ability to facilitate team meetings, write concise progress notes, prioritize multiple tasks, and coordinate with external agencies supporting program participants.
• Reliable personal transportation and satisfactory background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years working with persons with serious emotional disturbances (SED) and/or 2+ years’ experience in a behavioral health direct service position will make you stand out.

Responsibilities

• Provide Wraparound case management services to youth and young adults (under age 26) with serious emotional disturbances (SED) in southeast Nebraska.
• Support youth who are at risk of out-of-home placement, school disruption, or involvement with the juvenile justice or child welfare systems.
• Work with participants and their families to develop individualized, strength-based plans that build on natural supports within their lives.
• Coordinate services with schools, community providers, and support systems to help youth succeed at home, in school, and in the community.
• Support youth who are transitioning from the youth behavioral health system into adult services.
• Maintain a manageable caseload (maximum of 15 participants) to ensure meaningful support and engagement.
• Document services and progress according to program guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and HSA options
• 457(b) and 401(a) retirement plans
• Vacation (accrual based on years of service), 13 holidays, sick leave, bereavement leave, and community service leave
• Life insurance, voluntary term life, long-term disability, and Aflac
• Employee assistance program
• Work-issued laptop and cell phone
• Free parking when working from the principal office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level