Child Case Manager

Center for Human Development, Inc.•La Grande, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a full-time Child Case Manager to provide skills training and intensive, goal-oriented case management services to children and their support systems or families in community and school settings. The role works with child and family treatment teams and primarily serves K–12 students at schools in the La Grande, Elgin, and Imbler areas, with priority given to schools in Elgin and Imbler. Support to school-based health centers in Union and La Grande, and services at CHD’s main office when time and coordination permit, may also be provided. As needed, the position may work with clients across the developmental age range. The Child Case Manager supports families with intake paperwork, provides education and skills-building groups, facilitates and co-facilitates groups, coaches and mentors clients in pro-social activities and life skills, and helps families access community resources. The role also supports transportation and engagement in activities, monitors appointments and progress, maintains timely and accurate documentation, follows treatment plans, responds to crises, and coordinates with schools, regional children’s programs, therapists, and other providers. The position requires flexible hours and travel for trainings and regional meetings as appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with training in human development or human services; alternatively, at least three years of relevant work, education, training, or experience in a mental health field, subject to approval by the Mental Health Director.
Ability to understand and implement instructional methods while demonstrating flexibility, creativity, and autonomy.
Ability to maintain accurate and timely records.
Ability to work with a team, other professionals, and lay persons.
Willingness to learn through in-service and outside trainings.
Knowledge of interviewing and counseling or treatment techniques.
Knowledge of parenting skills and interventions.
Knowledge of ADHD and other child behavior disorders, including psychosis.
Good understanding of child development.
Ability to apply behavior management skills.
Familiarity with community resources for client and family needs.
Demonstrated ability to cooperate, coordinate, and accept supervision.
Valid Oregon driver’s license and insurability for client services, travel between business offices, and required meetings or training.
Must pass required criminal history checks under the cited Oregon statutes and administrative rules, as well as drug screening.

Responsibilities

Provide case management services to K–12 students in school settings, prioritizing schools in Elgin and Imbler, followed by Island City Elementary, Central (La Grande), and school-based health centers in Union and La Grande.
Support completion of intake packets with parents and guardians.
Provide education and support or skills-building groups for family members; facilitate groups and co-facilitate family groups.
Coach and mentor clients in pro-social activities, life skills, communication, problem solving, and behavioral management; provide guidance on parenting skills and behavior management techniques.
Connect clients and families with community resources, including food, clothing, healthcare, and other identified needs.
Assist clients and families with transportation and participation in activities as needed.
Monitor client appointments and progress, follow treatment plans, and complete required reports and case notes accurately and on time.
Provide supportive and problem-solving counseling to clients and families and respond to crisis situations.
Coordinate with schools and regional children’s programs, lead groups, and consult with schools about behavior problems.
Implement activities according to individual treatment plans and document all program activities in a timely manner.
Maintain contact with the client’s primary therapist as needed.
Transport clients as needed in a company vehicle.
Participate in monthly clinical supervision.
Follow general procedural requirements, including confidentiality, personnel, and safety procedures.
Maintain positive and professional working relationships with coworkers, clients, schools, and other agencies.
Work flexible hours and travel for trainings and regional meetings as appropriate.
Maintain punctual and regular attendance.