Case Manager - Student Assistance Program in Gloucester

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Gloucester, MA

15d•$22 - $27

About The Position

The Case Manager provides short-term, school-based individual and group prevention services to youth with risk factors for substance misuse. The role helps students learn and practice coping skills, connect with school and community resources, and strengthen their support networks. The Case Manager completes outcome tools and collects data required by the program contract through BSAS. The position also supports prevention education, community-based services, program administration, and public representation. It requires travel and work in various outreach settings, including schools, family homes, and community locations. The schedule is part-time, 20 hours over two or three days per week, with afternoon and evening hours. The role is benefit eligible.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field; comparable experience will be considered.
Experience and training working with youth, families, and substance use issues.
Working knowledge of computers and ability to complete documentation electronically.
Ability to complete written documentation accurately and timely.
Ability and willingness to transport people served.
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and reliable vehicle.
Ability to travel and meet people served in a variety of outreach settings.
Must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Under supervision of the Senior Case Manager, provide preventative individual and/or group support to students.
Coordinate with school support staff, faculty, and administration to deliver services; collaborate with parents and caregivers; assess academic and family needs; refer students to school and community support services; and provide triage support as needed.
Facilitate prevention education activities, including classroom presentations, assemblies, and campaigns on youth substance abuse, suicide prevention, and other mental health topics.
Assist in planning and facilitating prosocial student and family events involving recreational activities, crafts, and excursions.
Provide services or facilitate events in outreach settings, including family homes and community locations; be available at least one evening per week and occasional weekends; and transport students as needed.
Attend at least weekly one-to-one supervision and other requested supervision or meetings; check agency email daily and be available by telephone during school hours.
Maintain program tracking logs, submit required paperwork, track outcome measurements, and conduct satisfaction surveys as needed.
Represent the division, program, and stakeholders at assigned community and school health fairs, focus groups, coalitions, and other special initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.