Case Manager - Children's Residential Habilitation
Job Description
The Case Manager is responsible for providing case management for youth residing in Riverside
Academy facilities, reporting directly to the Riverside Academy Program Director. This role
involves managing a team, coordinating with other professionals, and ensuring appropriate
treatment planning and services are delivered to each youth.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct monthly team meetings for each youth and their assigned staff.
- Facilitate the intake process for new youth and the exit process for those leaving.
- Communicate with youth, their families, and other team members to coordinate care and
services.
- Coordinate and lead all aspects of planned youth activities.
- Attend necessary appointments for youth.
- Train staff on the care of new youth and ensure amenities are in place.
- Maintain confidentiality of youth and family information.
- Teach and enforce privacy laws to protect youth rights.
- Stay informed of current policies and procedures.
- Understand and implement emergency and disaster procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all safety-related policies and procedures (e.g., infection control,
universal precautions for blood-borne pathogens, use of personal protective equipment,
handling hazardous materials, emergency drills).
Details
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected Hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Schedule:
- 8-hour shifts
- Day shifts, with availability for evenings and weekends as needed
- On-call duties may be required
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to commute to and from Boise, ID, or relocate before starting.
Requirements:- Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science (e.g., Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal
Justice, Counseling, or a related field) from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with youth, with knowledge of residential facilities
and programs.
- Certifications: CPR/First Aid, Assistance with Medication, and restraint training (e.g., MANDT,
CPI).
- Valid Idaho driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
- Ability to pass an Enhanced Background Check through the Department of Health and
Welfare.
- Familiarity with safety protocols in youth-based facilities, including managing emergency
situations and assisting in physical or verbal altercations.
- Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in verbal and written communications.
- Commitment to working directly with youth who have developmental disabilities and have
experienced trauma.
- Physical ability to move freely, assist in ensuring the safety of others, and intervene during
behavioral incidents.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods while working with youth.
- Ability to make multiple trips up and down stairs during work.
- Ability to interact with youth at play within the community or facility.
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. when necessary.
- Sufficient strength to assist youth in moving from danger, if necessary.
