Case Manager - Children's Residential Habilitation in Meridian, Idaho at Riverside Academy Inc

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.

- 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.