Youth Case Manager at Pawnee Mental Health Services Inc

Beloit, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

8000.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Communication Skills, Organization, Multitasking, Stress Management, Client Relationship Building, Documentation, Resource Provision, Education, Team Collaboration

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Position includes a monthly incentive (up to $8,000/year) if client care expectations are met! Who We Are Pawnee Mental Health Services is a private, not-for-profit community mental health center dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services to strengthen the wellness of our communities. Operating over 10 counties in North-Central Kansas, we provide a full range of psychotherapy, crisis, medication management, and substance abuse recovery services to over 7000 adults, adolescents, and children every year. Pawnee is the only provider in our service area who welcomes anyone in need of mental health services, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year – regardless of their insurance, status as a client, or ability to pay. We also believe that all staff have an important role to play in maintaining the wellness of our communities – and we are looking for bright, talented people to fill those roles! If that’s a mission that excites you, read on! What We Offer At Pawnee Mental Health, we believe in supporting our employees’ well-being with a comprehensive benefits package. This includes top tier benefits like: Medical & Vision Insurance: Accessible plans to support your health needs offered through BCBS or Aetna – prices for single coverage between $50-100/month. Dental Insurance: 100% FREE for employees. Kansas Public Employee Retirement System (KPERS): Secure your future with KPERS retirement benefits - a lifetime pension program. Other insurances: Life insurance coverage up to 150% of your annual income and long-term disability insurance at NO COST. Paid Holidays: Enjoy 8 paid holidays throughout the year. Generous PTO: Start earning 10 hours of PTO per month (15 days/year), jumping to 24 days/year on your first anniversary. Paid Medical Leave: Receive a 40-hour bank of paid medical leave IMMEDIATELY upon hire. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access support resources for your personal and professional life. Supplemental benefits: Additional life insurance coverage, ambulance transportation, short term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and more! The Role You Play As a case manager at Pawnee, you will be responsible for assessing the needs of children with severe emotional disturbances and developing a plan to enhance their functioning. You will also be responsible for coordinating treatment by identifying and establishing services with various community organizations. This position will require evening work; however, your schedule is up to you. The Day-to-Day Work with the treatment team to identify treatment goals and strategies Identify, establish, and coordinate treatment services by liaising with schools or other outside organizations Build relationships with clients and their families while helping them make informed choices to meet their basic needs Appropriately document plans and updates in the child’s health record Other Duties as Assigned Provide resources and education to families about mental illness Assist families with maintaining the benefits they need to successfully continue the rehabilitation process Who You Are The ideal candidate is reliable and trustworthy, (you will be expected to set and keep your own schedule after all!), and has a passion for working with children. They are also an excellent multitasker – someone who is organized and capable of bringing their own structure to a job. Finally, you will be working with high-needs children, so a proven ability to manage high-stress situations eloquently, tactfully, and professionally is required. If that describes you, apply now! Requirements Qualifications: Required Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or equivalent work experience Reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and automobile liability insurance Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Basic computer skills Preferred Knowledge of the needs and challenges of youth who experience severe emotional disturbances Experience with Microsoft Office Results of criminal and all other applicable background checks must meet the approval of Pawnee Mental Health Services.

Responsibilities

As a Youth Case Manager, you will assess the needs of children with severe emotional disturbances and develop plans to enhance their functioning. You will coordinate treatment services and build relationships with clients and their families.