Coordinator - Youth CCS

La Causa•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Care Coordinator CCS–Youth Milwaukee, WI | Social Services Description La Causa Inc. Social Services is dedicated to empowering youth and young adults with complex mental health and developmental needs, along with their families, through compassionate, coordinated, and person-centered care. We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Care Coordinator to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive care coordination for youth and young adults with high-level needs who are dually diagnosed with mental health and developmental disabilities. You will work closely with individuals and their families to develop and implement individualized plans that reflect their unique strengths, goals, and vision for a life that is happy, healthy, and safe. Through partnership, advocacy, and a recovery-oriented approach, you will help connect individuals to the resources and supports needed to achieve meaningful and lasting outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field (Required)
At least one (1) year of experience working with youth with mental health and/or developmental disabilities
Experience in care coordination, case management, or community-based services preferred
Strong cultural competency and interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal, written, and documentation skills
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Must successfully complete and pass all background checks, including an annual influenza vaccination
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, reliable transportation, and state minimum auto insurance

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field (Preferred)
Bilingual (Spanish and English), spoken and written (Highly Desirable)

Responsibilities

Lead Care Planning – Facilitate the development and ongoing review of individualized, strength-based service plans with youth and families.
Coordinate Services – Connect individuals to mental health, developmental disability, medical, and community-based supports.
Monitor Progress – Track outcomes, adjust plans as needed, and ensure services remain effective and goal-oriented.
Advocate for Clients – Support youth and families in navigating systems and accessing appropriate services and resources.
Promote Collaboration – Work closely with therapists, peer specialists, service providers, and families to ensure coordinated care.
Support Crisis Planning – Assist in developing proactive strategies to manage and respond to crises.
Ensure Compliance – Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with agency, state, and program requirements.
Build Relationships – Foster trusting, respectful relationships with youth, families, and team members.
Mandated Reporting – Fulfill all responsibilities as a mandated reporter.
Professional Development – Participate in supervision, training, and team meetings.