Case Manager - Children's Residential Habilitation

Description:

The Case Manager is responsible for providing case management for youth residing in Riverside

Academy facilities, reporting directly to the Riverside Academy Program Director. This role

involves managing a team, coordinating with other professionals, and ensuring appropriate

treatment planning and services are delivered to each youth.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct monthly team meetings for each youth and their assigned staff.
• Facilitate the intake process for new youth and the exit process for those leaving.
• Communicate with youth, their families, and other team members to coordinate care and

services.

• Coordinate and lead all aspects of planned youth activities.
• Attend necessary appointments for youth.
• Train staff on the care of new youth and ensure amenities are in place.
• Maintain confidentiality of youth and family information.
• Teach and enforce privacy laws to protect youth rights.
• Stay informed of current policies and procedures.
• Understand and implement emergency and disaster procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety-related policies and procedures (e.g., infection control,

universal precautions for blood-borne pathogens, use of personal protective equipment,

handling hazardous materials, emergency drills).

Details

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected Hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Schedule:

• 8-hour shifts
• Day shifts, with availability for evenings and weekends as needed
• On-call duties may be required

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to commute to and from Boise, ID, or relocate before starting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science (e.g., Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal

Justice, Counseling, or a related field) from an accredited college or university.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with youth, with knowledge of residential facilities

and programs.

• Certifications: CPR/First Aid, Assistance with Medication, and restraint training (e.g., MANDT,

CPI).

• Valid Idaho driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
• Ability to pass an Enhanced Background Check through the Department of Health and

Welfare.

• Familiarity with safety protocols in youth-based facilities, including managing emergency

situations and assisting in physical or verbal altercations.

• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in verbal and written communications.
• Commitment to working directly with youth who have developmental disabilities and have

experienced trauma.

• Physical ability to move freely, assist in ensuring the safety of others, and intervene during

behavioral incidents.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods while working with youth.
• Ability to make multiple trips up and down stairs during work.
• Ability to interact with youth at play within the community or facility.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. when necessary.
• Sufficient strength to assist youth in moving from danger, if necessary.