Case Manager (Children's Community Action Team)

New Horizons of the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Extensive training

Job summary

New Horizons of the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to join our team. This position involves assisting with Crisis Intervention Services, developing individualized service plans, and advocating for clients within the community.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in social behavior science, a minimum of three years of experience, and a valid Florida driver’s license. We offer competitive pay, extensive training, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social behavior science or a related field.
• Three (3) years of applicable experience in a related role.
• Valid Florida driver’s licence with 6 points or less.

Responsibilities

• Assist team members with Crisis Intervention Services.
• Develop individualized service plans for clients.
• Advocate and support clients in accessing services.
• Serve as liaison with community agencies for referrals.
• Transport youth or families to necessary appointments.

Skills

Crisis Intervention Services

Advocacy

Transportation planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social behavior science

Job description

New Horizons is a nonprofit mental health and addiction recovery provider on the Treasure Coast, serving children and adults throughout Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie counties. We offer crisis services, a 24‑hour help line, mobile response and outpatient programs.

Case Manager Responsibilities

• Assist other team members with Crisis Intervention Services for the client and/or family.
• Develop an individualized service plan for each client based on assessment information, outlining long‑term desired outcomes and comprehensive strategies.
• Advocate and support clients assigned to the CAT Team, connecting them to appropriate services and monitoring progress.
• Serve as agency liaison with DCF, DJJ and other community agencies for referral coordination and community presentations.
• Assist in transporting youth or families to medical appointments, court hearings or other activities outlined in the Plan of Care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social behavior science or a related field.
• Three (3) years of applicable experience.
• Valid Florida driver’s licence with 6 points or less in the last 5 years.
• Pass Level 2 background check through DCF and AHCA Clearinghouse.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and extensive training.