VQ is a national comprehensive child, youth and family services organization committed to providing successful and effective services while adhering to the highest professional standards.VQ operates around the nation, providing care services such as residential programming, community-based services, and in-home services for children and their families. We work with state and federal governments to go where the need is greatest and give back to communities that need our services the most. Regardless of the circumstances and background that a child comes from, we believe they deserve an opportunity for a good life.The Case Manager plays a crucial role in providing compassionate support and community resources to adolescents and families. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Case Management:
- Conduct comprehensive intake assessments with families and adolescents, including prosocial inventories and community needs evaluations.
- Provide tailored community resources based on the specific needs identified through assessments.
- Conduct follow-ups to ensure families are successfully connected to community resources.
- Schedule and conduct in-home visits to deliver services and support.
- Advocate for youth across various settings, including schools and juvenile courts, as needed.
- Assist families in exploring educational options and facilitate school enrollment for youth.
- Maintain detailed and accurate documentation to ensure compliance with VisionQuest, state, and federal regulations.
- Lead DBT skills and psychoeducational groups.
- Teach essential life skills to adolescents as needed.
- Participate in weekly staffing meetings and other supervisory-directed meetings.
- Communication and Coordination:
- Maintain consistent, professional communication with assigned therapists and probation officers.
- Logistics and Travel Arrangements:
- Transport youth to necessary appointments and court appearances.
- Educate youth on how to navigate public transportation systems.
- Compliance:
- Accurately document all case management activities using the appropriate systems.
- Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills with ability to listen actively.
- Commitment to professional development and proactive research.
- Self-motivation to engage with families and youth
- Cultural humility when working with a diverse population
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Google Drive) with the ability to learn new software.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences, human services or social services fields.
- Child welfare and/or case management experience is strongly encouraged.
- A minimum of one year of related work experience, preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
- Flexible schedule (evening, weekends, holidays) to facilitate program services.
- Must be able to pass a drug test.
- Cleared background checks from appropriate entities, including Child Abuse and Neglect and FBI criminal background.
- Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible to drive to facilitate program services as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- May lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently
- Performs tasks that may involve standing or walking 50% of the day; sitting 50%of the day.
- May bend, stoop, reach and grasp as necessary.
The pay range for this role is:23 - 23 USD per hour (663 VQ CBS Bexar)