Transition Case Manager

Open Sky Community Services • Worcester, MA

6d

About The Position

Transition Case Managers / Life Coaches work with youth and young adults and the program clinician to create transition plans and support young people in carrying them out. The role includes community outreach, one-on-one coaching, person-centered and future-focused planning, and connecting youth and young adults with services and resources. The position follows the standards and practices of the evidence-based Transition to Independence (TIP) Model after training. Planning and support are strength-based, accessible, trauma-informed, and developmentally appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and a desire to promote a better standard of living for youth and young adults with mental illness or behavioral challenges.
• Availability to work occasional Saturdays based on program needs and scheduled events.
• Reliable transportation or consistent access to a vehicle to support outreach and other community-based responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach by engaging young adults in the community, promoting program services, and connecting individuals with available resources.
• Complete training in and implement the standards and practices of the evidence-based Transition to Independence (TIP) Model.
• Provide one-on-one coaching that is person-centered and focused on future planning and goals.
• Provide strength-based, accessible, trauma-informed, and developmentally appropriate transition planning.
• Connect youth and young adults to services, entitlements, and more comprehensive levels of care as needed.
• Work with youth or young adults and the program clinician to create transition plans and support their implementation.

Benefits

• Individual and group supervision, professional development, and training opportunities.
• Paid time off starting at 29 days in the first year, including 12 paid holidays; increases to 32 days in the second year, with a current maximum of 43 days.
• Tuition reimbursement and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with prescription plan.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Life insurance paid 100% by the employer.
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

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