Youth Case Manager

State of Nebraska; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable employment

Career development & tuition

13 paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Generous leave accruals

Job summary

The State of Nebraska, Health & Human Services - Agency 25, in Kearney, NE, is seeking a Youth Case Manager to support youth in the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center. The role focuses on case management, liaison work with community partners, and advocacy for high acuity youth.

You will participate in planning, lead therapy group meetings, guide treatment, and document progress while coordinating with schools, courts, and community services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, behavioral sciences, human services, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Four years of relevant experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proficiency in English reading, writing, speaking is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between treatment teams and the community.
• Conduct MRT and ART group meetings with youth.
• Direct and guide youth treatment and coach staff on interventions.
• Document youth progress in the NFOCUS system and compile progress letters and reports.
• Develop Individual Treatment Plans and release recommendations.
• Lead on- and off-campus recreation and work activities with youth.

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, behavioral sciences, human services, or related field

Four years of relevant experience

Valid driver’s license

Proficiency in English (reading/writing/speaking)

Job description

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Health & Human Services - Agency 25Location:Kearney, NEHiring Rate:$23.067Job Posting:JR2026-00030435 Youth Case Manager (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):11-20-2026Job Description:Youth Case ManagerThe State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Youth Case Manager for the Division of Children and Family Services. The successful candidate will provide case management, serve as the liaison between the youth and the community and advocate for high acuity youth at the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Kearney.Cultivating Change, Fostering Knowledge, Transforming Futures; more than words at the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Kearney where Youth Case Managers are actively involved in helping youth believe in themselves and the possibilities their futures hold. Join a part of a team that encourages youth to “Believe in Your Strengths” at the YRTC in Kearney. If this sounds like you, then apply today! Join this great team!Shape Lives. Inspire Growth. Build Futures.At the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Kearney, these aren’t just words — they’re the mission our Youth Case Managers live every day. Here, you’ll help young people rediscover their strengths, believe in their potential, and transform their futures.Join a team that empowers youth to \"Believe in Your Strengths.\"If you’re ready to make a difference, apply today!What we can offer you:• Stable Employment Opportunity• Career Development and Learning• Tuition Reimbursement• 13 Paid Holidays• Generous Leave Accruals and benefits• Opportunity to be part of a caring organization• Flexible Schedules• Facility DifferentialJob DescriptionUnder general supervision of the Youth Counselor Supervisor, manages group and individual case programming for youth housed in a Youth Rehabilitation Treatment Center. Participates in the development of planning for the youth’s overall programming during placement. Depending on treatment modality used, may serve as a youth treatment group leader for a given number of youth groups; performs related work as assigned.As a Youth Case Manager, you will,Serve as liaison between the treatment teams and the community.Conduct group meetings including MRT (Moral Reconation Therapy) meetings and ART (Aggression Replacement Training) meetings.Direct and guide youth treatment, including coaching staff on intervention strategies.Responsible for all contacts with community workers such as Child Family Service Worker, Court, Family, and Probation.Document youth progress in NFOCUS. Compile written reports, assess behavior and formulate treatment plans.Construct Individual Treatment Plans, Monthly Progress Letters, Monthly Reports, and Release Recommendations.Lead on and off campus recreation and work activities with the youth.May be required to assist with physical interventions with youth as needed.Requirements / Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, behavioral sciences, human services, or related field and experience in child or youth care, teaching, foster care, delinquency prevention, juvenile court systems, community work related to children and youth, behavioral health systems, patient care, nursing, or other areas involving contact or interaction with youth or families. OR four years of relevant experience. Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.Other : Valid Driver's license required. This position requires proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the language effectively.Hiring rate of position is $23.067/hour. Plus, an additional $3.00/hour facility differential pay for hours worked.If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefitsEqual Opportunity StatementThe State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.