Youth & Family Community Case Manager

Prairie View; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View in Newton, KS is seeking a dedicated clinician to provide community-based mental health services to children and families, in homes, schools, and community settings per the treatment plan.

The role blends clinical work with administrative duties, timely documentation, case management, and collaboration with referral sources to ensure quality care and positive outcomes for patients and their families. Travel within the service area is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field of behavioral health sciences or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: Demonstrated skills in the provision of case management.
• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• Must have good listening skills, verbal skills, and written communication skills.
• Must be able to observe patient demeanor and nonverbal communication for assessment purposes.
• Must be able and willing to have some flexibility in scheduling.
• Must maintain Kansas State licensure and appropriate CEU’s where applicable.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with referral sources and external care providers.
• Must have ability to work effectively with children, adolescents, and their families.
• Must be able to understand the special needs and behaviors of and be able to care for children and adolescents ages 2 to 18 (up to 22 years old if on the Waiver).
• Must have a valid Kansas driver’s license and be insurable through Prairie View insurance company.
• Must be able to pass physical restraining program.
• Must be able to bend, squat, and kneel to do physical activities with children.
• Must be proficient at basic keyboarding/word processing skills.
• Must be able to pass Kansas Bureau of Investigation Screen, Central Registry Screen, and DCF background check

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and community-based services per treatment plan.
• Coordinate administrative tasks and documentation.
• Transport patients as required.
• Engage in community education and professional development.
• Maintain clinical outcomes per Prairie View standards.
• Participate in team meetings and case consultations.
• Ensure timely progress notes and CSR data.
• Support positive work environment.
• Deliver services in home, school, and community settings.

Skills

Good listening skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Flexibility in scheduling

Observation of nonverbal cues

Keyboarding/word processing

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health sciences or equivalent

Job description

Prairie View in Newton, KS is seeking a dedicated clinician to provide community-based mental health services to children and families, in homes, schools, and community settings per the treatment plan.

The role blends clinical work with administrative duties, timely documentation, case management, and collaboration with referral sources to ensure quality care and positive outcomes for patients and their families. Travel within the service area is required.