Case Worker Manager | Transitional Age Youth Program

HFLW Brand; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

The Home for Little Wanderers is seeking a Case Worker Manager for the Transitional Age Youth Program in Dorchester, MA. You will oversee Case Workers, provide counseling, and coordinate resources for youths and families.

Responsibilities include supervision, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and interagency collaboration to support independent living for young adults.

Qualifications

• Experience with behavior management systems, treatment planning, crisis intervention, case management and providing individual, group and/or family therapy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Department of Children and Families and other local child and family advocate agencies.
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and team supervision to Case Workers
• Provide counseling and therapeutic support to clients
• Provide support to families to address a variety of issues including family communication, parenting skills, substance abuse, domestic violence, self abusive behavior and past trauma
• Coordinate appropriate resources and services for clients and families; advocate for the client
• Administer written assessments, summary reports, documentation, treatment planning, and safety planning to appropriate parties in a timely, well written manner
• Submit reports, documentation and billing in a timely manner; ensure documentation meets utilization review and quality assurance standards
• Continuously communicate with client collaterals and providers of supportive services; facilitate communication between various providers
• Plan, assess and provide all treatment and clinical interventions in an active co-therapy partnership with collaterals; work with interdisciplinary team to provide quality services
• Attend staff meetings; present client material, consult with supervisor and team on challenging issues; participate in supervision and clinical training
• May be required to carry a mobile device
• Provide back-up support staff that are on-call on a rotating schedule Mon-Fri 5pm-9am and weekends

Skills

Behavior management

Treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Case management

Counseling (individual)

Counseling (group)

Counseling (family)

Written communication

Verbal communication

Knowledge of DCF/child services

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet Explorer

Job description

Case Worker Manager | Transitional Age Youth Program

Job Category: Community Based

Requisition Number: CASEW007430

• Posted : October 9, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Dorchester Center, MA 02124, USA

Description

When you join The Home for Little Wanderers, you join a team of professionals dedicated to creating better, brighter futures for kids.

For over 200 years, The Home for Little Wanderers has helped build stable lives and hopeful tomorrows for vulnerable children and their families. Our 25+ community-based and residential programs serve thousands of at-risk youths from birth to age 26. Many of these children have experienced abuse, neglect, trauma, or a disrupted family life. As the oldest child welfare agency in America, we provide them with safe surroundings, permanent loving relationships, and a secure path toward a better, brighter future.

To learn more about the incredible impact our employees have on the lives of children and families, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXedSArtYbg

About the Program

Codman Village is a transitional housing/rapid rehousing program in Codman Square for young adults. The program provides housing and support for up to eight young adults in a shared living space, and housing for up to 16 young adults in scattered apartments across the city as they are ready to step down to less supported environments.

Staff provide a variety of supports to help prepare young adults for living independently.

These include:

• Referrals for physical, emotional and psychological wellness
• Employment services
• Educational support
• Access to health services
• Positive and appropriate peer relationships

How You Will Be Making a Difference

Oversee individual and family based Case Workers; provide therapeutic services, crisis intervention and case management for defined program.

Essential Functions

• Provide individual and team supervision to Case Workers
• Provide counseling and therapeutic support to clients
• Provide support to families to address a variety of issues which may include, family communication, parenting skills, substance abuse, domestic violence, self abusive behavior and past trauma
• Coordinate appropriate resources and services for clients and families. Act as an advocate for the client.
• Administer written assessments, summary reports, documentation, treatment planning, and safety planning to appropriate parties in a timely, well written manner.
• Submit reports, documentation and billing in a timely manner. Ensure that documentation meets utilization review and quality assurance standards
• Continuously communicate with client collaterals and providers of supportive services. This may include extensive telephone contact and scheduling and attending case conference meetings. Facilitate communication between various providers.
• Plan, assess and provide all treatment and clinical interventions in an active co-therapy partnership w/ collaterals. Work as part of interdisciplinary team to provide quality services.
• Attend staff meetings. Present client material, consult with supervisor and team members on challenging and difficult client issues. Participate in regular individual and group supervision. Attend clinical training and safety practice training.
• May be required to carry a mobile device
• Provide Back up support staff that are on-call on a rotating schedule utilizing an on-call system Monday through Friday between 5pm and 9am and anytime on Saturday and Sunday

Education and Experience

• Experience with behavior management systems, treatment planning, crisis intervention, case management and providing individual, group and/or family therapy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Department of Children and Families and other local child and family advocate agencies
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

Salary Range: $45,802 - $54,080/yr | The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.

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