Youth Case Manager (CPST)

The Guidance Center; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health provider in Leavenworth seeks a Youth Case Manager to provide Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment to vulnerable youth. This role entails working closely with clients in their homes and communities, with an emphasis on strengths-based case management. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and have a passion for supporting mental health recovery among children and adolescents.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

KPERS Retirement System

Flexible Schedules

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Insurance options (Life, Legal Shield, ID Theft)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Social Work or Psychology.
• One year of experience in human services or with mental health issues.
• Valid Driver's License and proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment to SED children/youth.
• Assist clients in defining goals and developing action plans.
• Engage and maintain relationships with clients and caregivers.

Skills

Community Support

Client Engagement

Goal Setting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services

Job description

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The Guidance Center (TGC) is the Community Mental Health Center and Certified Behavioral Health Clinic serving Leavenworth, Atchison, and Jefferson counties in Kansas. We provide high-quality care to all individuals, regardless of their financial circumstances. Joining the team at TGC offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact on the most vulnerable members of our community. At our center, we offer a unique combination of counseling, case management, psychosocial, and medication services, all under one roof. We are deeply committed to our clients and are dedicated to implementing a comprehensive model of care.

The Guidance Center (TGC) is currently seeking a Youth Case Manager. This position provides Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST) to SED children/youth, following the strengths model of case management. Services are provided primarily in the clients’ homes, community, or other natural settings.

Benefits

• The opportunity to be part of a holistic and supportive team
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• KPERS Retirement System
• Aflac, Life, Legal Shield, and ID Theft Insurance
• Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Schedules
• Base hourly rate of $21.63 to $24.04 per hour
  
  

Responsibilities

This position provides Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST) to SED children/youth, following the strengths model of case management. Services are provided primarily in the clients’ homes, community, or other natural settings.

• Assist clients in determining strengths and needs, and defining goals, strategies and an action plan which supports community living and participation
• Provide assertive outreach directed toward engaging and maintaining client relationships as well as relationships with caregivers
• Assist clients and/or caregivers to locate and use resources to meet defined goals and needs
• Transport clients to and from appointments and activities when necessary
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Service field preferred
• Equivalent work experience in the human services field, or a combination of work experience in the human services field and education, with one year of experience substituting for one year of education, may be considered
• One year volunteer or paid experience working with individuals in the community
• Preferred: experience providing services to individuals with mental health issues and/or developmental disabilities.
• Valid Driver's License and proof of auto insurance
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Full-time

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• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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