Youth Services Case Manager

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

About The Position

The Youth Services Case Manager works in the Behavioral Health Department’s Youth Services Program, providing direct services and case management to enrolled Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) youth. Under the supervision of Youth Services Clinicians, the Case Manager also guides, mentors, and supervises Individual Skill Providers (ISPs) assigned to youth in the Case Manager’s service area. In partnership with coworkers and under the direction of the Behavioral Health Youth Services Supervisor, the Case Manager develops and facilitates summer activities for the Youth Services Summer Program. The role requires compliance with applicable federal, state, Tribal, agency, and program policies and procedures, particularly those concerning confidentiality, service provision, and documentation. The Case Manager works with clients, families, coworkers, schools, and community agencies, and maintains accurate, timely service documentation. The position may involve local, in-state, and out-of-state travel, including driving a personal vehicle to meeting sites or a KIT vehicle to transport clients. This is a full-time, non-exempt position scheduled for 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. It is a covered position subject to the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act and the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act. The job description notes that other duties consistent with the position and the Tribe’s objectives may be assigned.

Requirements

Minimum age of 25.
Four to five years of experience providing direct services to SED youth.
Four to five years of experience in case management.
A B.A. in a mental-health-related field is preferred; a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree.
Valid Alaska State driver’s license and continued insurability under the Tribe’s policy, or obtain a license within 90 days of hire, or, with hiring manager approval, sign an MOU in lieu of having a driver’s license for required duties, if applicable.
Knowledge of behavioral and emotional problems in youth, FASD, and mental and physical disabilities affecting clients.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of community resources for youth and families.
Understanding of the effects of domestic violence, child abuse, and neglect on youth.
Ability to conduct business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful, and kind when interacting with un'ina, visitors, coworkers, and others.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute.
Must comply at all times with the requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act and the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act to remain in the position.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience supervising others.
Knowledge of and experience working with cultural diversities.
College courses or training related to child development, psychology, or education.
Experience working with Severely Emotionally Disturbed youth.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance, mentoring, and supervision to Individual Skill Providers assigned within the Case Manager’s service delivery area.
Develop and facilitate summer activities for the Youth Services Program with other Case Managers.
Develop and provide skill-building groups and individual services to SED clients in school and community settings, including topics such as anger management, coping and social skills, problem solving, and academic underachievement.
Develop or participate in developing goals, objectives, and interventions for client treatment plans.
Participate in KIT and Youth Services staff and clinical meetings.
Assist in coordinating and facilitating ISP trainings and meetings.
Maintain awareness of community resources available to clients and families, including resources related to billing.
Maintain collaborative, professional, respectful, and effective working relationships with staff, patients, community professionals and agencies, and Kenai Peninsula Borough School District personnel.
Document service encounters thoroughly, accurately, and promptly in accordance with supervisory instructions and KIT protocols.
Comply with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies, and the TERO ordinance.
Travel to work meeting sites as needed and, when required, drive a personal or KIT vehicle, including to transport clients.
Perform other duties and tasks requested by the supervisor that are consistent with the position, department, and Kenaitze Indian Tribe objectives.