Youth Services Case Manager

Youth Services Case Manager

Under the supervision of the Youth Services Clinicians the Youth Services Case Manager provides direct services and case management to Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) un'ina enrolled in the program. In addition, the Case Manager provides guidance, mentoring and supervision to the Individual Skill Providers assigned to un'inas in the Case Manager's service area. This position is responsible to comply with Federal, State, agency, and program policies and procedures regarding confidentiality, service provision, and documentation. Under the direction of the BH Youth Services Supervisor and in partnership with co-workers, the Case Manager will develop and facilitate summer activities for the Youth Services Summer Program.

Provide guidance, mentoring and supervision to ISPs assigned within the Case Manager's service delivery area

Develop and facilitate summer activities for the Youth Services Program with other Case Managers

Develop and provide skill building groups and individual services to SED clients in school and community settings (subjects primarily include: anger management, coping and social skills, problem solving, and academic underachievement)

Develops, or participates in the development, of goals, objectives, and interventions for client treatment plans

Participates in KIT and Youth Services staff/clinical meetings

Assists in coordinating and facilitating ISP trainings/meetings

Maintain awareness of community resources available to clients and families (including resources available in regards to billing)

Responsible for maintaining collaborative, professional, respectful and effective working relationships with staff, patients and community professionals/agencies, including Kenai Peninsula Borough School District personnel

Responsible for documenting service encounters in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner that is compliant with supervisory instruction and according to protocols established by KIT

Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

Stand or Sit (Stationary position)

Walk (Move, Traverse)

Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)

Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)

Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)

See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)

Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

List Equipment used for job: Computer and other office equipment

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: May be required to drive personal vehicle to and from additional work meeting sites. May be required to drive a KIT vehicle to transport clients.

Local

In-State

Out-of-State

B.A. in Mental Health related field preferred or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree

Minimum age of 25

Four to five years of experience providing direct services to SED youth

Four to five years of experience in case management

A minimum of one year experience supervising others preferred

Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

College courses or training related to child development, psychology, or education

Experience working with Severely Emotionally Disturbed youth

Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hire, or, with approval of the hiring manager, sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in lieu of having a driver's license to perform the required duties of the position (If Applicable)

Knowledge of behavioral and emotional problems in youth, FASD, and mental and physical disabilities affecting clients

Good oral and written communication skills

Knowledge of community resources for youth and families

Understanding of the effects of domestic violence, child abuse and neglect on youth

Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others

Must be computer literate

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively

Must type a minimum of 30 words per minute

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

*Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.