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Case Manager
Case Manager-Ranch
New Horizons | Goldthwaite, TX
Since 1971, New Horizons has been committed to Keeping Kids First by providing safe, therapeutic, and loving environments where children and families can heal, grow, and succeed. We serve children and adolescents impacted by abuse, neglect, and exploitation through our Child Placing Agency, Family Programs, and two Residential Treatment Programs: Audrey Grace House in Abilene and The Ranch near Brownwood.
The Case Manager is responsible for intake, admissions, staffing, discharge screening, and documentation for children and youth in care. All New Horizons Staff are expected to study, practice, and operate within New Horizons' philosophy and Treatment Model. Keeping Kids First requires that every decision and action be motivated by and geared toward meeting the highest needs of the individual kid. New Horizons will not tolerate anyone who is not committed to keeping kids safe from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Duties and responsibilities
- Keeping Kids Safe!
- Following the New Horizons’ Employee Handbook;
- Work collaboratively with other personnel, service providers, professionals, and biological/kinship/foster families involved with the youth on their caseload;
- Managing an average of 10-14 cases (service level dependent) for children in foster care living at a residential treatment center while adhering to all State Minimum Standards and New Horizons’ policies;
- Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to best meet the needs of kids in treatment;
- Cross-system coordination, including maintaining and supporting the child’s school, medical, dental, behavioral health, PAL, and other service needs. Must be well-versed in STAR Health services to ensure that youth at each service package level receive relevant support;
- Ensure that the educational portfolio remains updated;
- Conducting and participating in intake or assessment interviews;
- Accurately completing all required documentation in a timely manner;
- Attending and actively participating in meetings related to the kids in your caseload;
- Ensuring all psychological, medical, dental, and vision updates are current;
- Reviewing all therapeutic plans with the New Horizons Treatment Director;
- Facilitating and participating in individual and/or group counseling as needed, as well as maintaining frequent contact with therapy, psychiatric, and psychological services for kids as assigned;
- Ensuring that staff are adhering to New Horizons', state, and federal regulations of childcare;
- Attending and completing all required professional training and workshops to satisfy continuing education hours;
- Transporting kids in a personal vehicle when needed; and
- Studying, practicing, and operating within the New Horizons’ Philosophy of Keeping Kids First.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience preferred; or
- Minimum requirements may be substituted with a master’s degree in a social service or related field;
- Educational or experiential qualifications will be considered equivalent.
- Maintain a valid driver's license and insurance;
- Must have insight and understanding of cultural diversity and have the ability to work with diverse populations;
- Must be able to perform conflict resolution or crisis intervention; and
- Must pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and tuberculosis screening.
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, as well as excellent organizational skills;
- Demonstrate the ability to fulfill the technological requirements and the position, including a working knowledge of Windows operating system to the most current edition, Microsoft Word and Excel, email and electronic communications, and effective Internet browsing in regards to information gathering, research and staying up-to-date on social norms, current events or other information that could affect the children in care, their treatment or the Case Manger’s relationship with them;
- Possess extensive prior experience that demonstrates their cognitive ability to assist the child in difficult, crisis, and demanding times; and
- Work under the direct supervision of the Placement Director with a wide degree of discretion and independent judgment.
Physical requirements
Be able to fulfill the physical requirements of the position; including considerable walking, good hearing to assess situations quickly and respond appropriately, the ability to perform CPR and First Aid, and be ability to respond when a child is a danger to themself or others including performing physical restraints;
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $42,000 – $45,000 annually
Compensation is based on experience, education, and leadership background.
Compensation is based on experience, education, and leadership background.
Why Join New Horizons?
At New Horizons, you become part of a mission-driven organization committed to protecting and empowering children. Our leadership team values expertise, encourages innovation, and ensures every voice is heard. We believe that when we care well for our team, they can care exceptionally for kids.
At New Horizons, you become part of a mission-driven organization committed to protecting and empowering children. Our leadership team values expertise, encourages innovation, and ensures every voice is heard. We believe that when we care well for our team, they can care exceptionally for kids.
What You Get When You Work for New Horizons
- A generous benefits package currently above industry standards including
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off starting on your first day
- 401(k) retirement match after 1 year of employment
- Flexible Spending Account contribution after 2 years of employment
- Paid work anniversary trips beginning at 5 years of service
The services you strengthen, the staff you develop, and the decisions you make in this role will directly impact the lives of children who need safety, stability, and healing.
If you’re ready to lead with purpose and keep kids first in every decision, we’d be honored to meet you.
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