Description:
This position is responsible for:
Providing individualized support to youth in care related to the following core areas:
Care Coordination: This includes participation in the development of a Care Plan with active participation of the youth.
Scheduling, transporting, and participating in appointments (i.e. medical, school, other agencies) with youth as necessary to achieve identified case management goals and service needs.
Coordination of services and advocacy on behalf of assigned youth.
The implementation of an array of activities designed to improve family engagement and other supports that can expand a youth’s “web of belonging” both during and after residing at Youth Homes.
Identifying, facilitating, developing and/or providing educational/vocational/life skills training to prepare the youth for transition into adulthood.
Providing post-discharge follow-up and support to youth.
Complete accurate and timely documentation of project-related activities.
Participate in training and meetings with other Case Managers to coordinate implementation, share experiences, improve model, and accurately evaluate the program.
Working with youth ages 12-17
Managing group living and care
Implementation of recreational programs and activities
Monitor individual behavior of youth
Transporting youth in company van (valid drivers license required)