School-Based Youth & Family Case Manager

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS); Newport (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) in Vermont is seeking a Children's Case Manager to support youth and families, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and coordinating services across schools and community providers.

You will advocate for rights and needs, provide ongoing counseling and mentoring, monitor progress, and act as a liaison between Turning Points School, Cornerstone School, and Home and Community based programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments and collaborate with youth, families and professionals to develop a treatment plan.
• Serve as a central point of contact, coordinating services and resources for the child, youth and family.
• Advocate for rights and needs within the mental health system and help navigate complex systems.
• Monitor progress and provide ongoing counseling, mentoring, emotional support and encouragement.
• Provide immediate support during mental health emergencies as needed.
• Attend weekly meetings with Turning Points School and Cornerstone School to streamline services.
• Act as a liaison between schools and Home and Community based staff to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Assessment and planning

Advocacy

Care coordination

Counseling and mentoring

Tech-savvy

Team collaboration

Job description

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) in Vermont is seeking a Children's Case Manager to support youth and families, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and coordinating services across schools and community providers.

You will advocate for rights and needs, provide ongoing counseling and mentoring, monitor progress, and act as a liaison between Turning Points School, Cornerstone School, and Home and Community based programs.