Case Manager - Safe Haven

Description I. PROGRAM OVERVIEW: The Safe Haven PSB program is a specialized residential treatment facility treating boys between the ages of 13 – 17 who exhibit problem sexual behaviors to the extent that they require a staff secure treatment facility to address their sexual acting out. II.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Case Manager provides service linkages, coordinates, follow-ups, and advocacy. Case Manger utilize strength-based, family driven, youth guided, culturally responsive principles in developing the care management plan that builds therapeutic relationships with families. II.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist clinicians in managing up to 12 families. Maintain bi-weekly telephone calls with families served at Safe Haven during treatment and after youth’s discharged from treatment. Meet with families in their home as needed to continue and reinforce treatment services. Perform a Pre and a Post DCF- Family Need Assessment Form.

Utilize knowledge of existing community resources and educate families. Prepare a packet and refer families to Natural Supports within their community. Coordinate prosocial activities for the youth(s) one month prior to discharge and at discharge. Assist with the coordination of Discharge Planning with the Safe Haven clinical team and other providers, such as DCF, CSSD, and Beacon.

Participate in (PSB) consultation calls on a weekly basis. Help families to manage crises post discharge through the development and implementation of a proactive safety plan. Coordinate with the LEA regarding the youths’ educational needs prior to and after discharge. Attend school-related meetings (PPTs, 504, IEP) with families, as needed providing agency advocacy and support for the family at those meetings.

Work in collaboration with DCF, Beacon Health Provider, and the Safe Haven clinical team to ensure collaborative care management. Regularly attend staff meetings, clinical rounds, and LIST meetings Provide documentation of treatment efforts that promote successful transition. Perform additional duties as assigned to deliver seamless services throughout the agency.

Documents all services in adherence with state statures, regulatory, billing, COA standards and Boys & Girls Village Standards. Job duties and or expectations may change contingent upon program needs and population being served. III. ESSENTIAL QUALCIFICATIONS/SKILLS: A college degree (BS, BA or BSW) in Human Services or related field.

Experience or comfort level working with families in their homes. Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and use of a reliable automobile. Demonstrates culturally competent work history and training. IV.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bi-lingual V. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None VI. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to climb several flights of stairs Must be able to work with clients in a variety of settings VII. WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT Flexible schedule to meet the needs of the families. Occasional evenings and weekends as needed it. Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record as well as access to use of a reliable automobile.