Case Manager – Community Counseling

We tackle some of the world’s toughest problems. Our employees are an incredible group of compassionate, committed individuals, drawn by the opportunity to make a difference. Year over year, our employees report they are proud to work here and are willing to go above and beyond in service of our mission to create a safe, nurturing environment for children.

Youth and Family Alternatives, Inc. (YFA) was founded in 1970. Our purpose and role is to serve children and families in crisis, providing programs that encourage healing, restoration, and success for those we serve. This is why “Family” is our middle name! Our hardworking 350+ team members work in partnership with communities and families, providing a full range of services across the state of Florida.

No matter the role, we believe every team member at YFA has a critical role in supporting our children and our communities and we constantly strive to ensure a positive, purpose-driven, dynamic work environment for you to learn, grow and meet your fullest potential.

Put your talents to use in a culture of care where you can make the world a better place.

Position Summary

A Case Manager provides continuity of care, with the goal of permanent placement, for children through a case management model that includes developing, expanding, accessing and linking resources in the community to the needs of the child throughout the child’s experience in the system, while documenting progress.

What You Will Do

• Conducts assessments and prepares treatment plans.
• Ensures psycho-social well-being.
• Assures clinical contract and regulatory compliance goals are met.
• Provides case management as appropriate.
• Offers counseling and support services to truant clients and families.
• Assists children in completing education through eligibility determination, intake, assessment, evaluation, referral, transportation, and monitoring school attendance.
• Completes comprehensive documentation related to counseling services.
• Records contact notes, assessments, testing, screening, intake forms, interview notes, correspondence, and statistics.
• Schedules and conducts client visits at convenient locations.
• Arranges informal and formal contacts with individuals relevant to specific clients.
• Maintains contact with visiting teachers to initiate Truancy Referrals from the School Board.

Location: Citrus County

Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED:

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree; 4+ years post Bachelors experience directly in human services, preferably in counseling OR case management, or master’s degree; 0-3 years post master’s clinical, counseling or case management experience.

Physical Requirements: Ability to travel regionally on a regular basis and statewide as needed; Ability to bend, lift and carry 30 pounds.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

At YFA, we are as dedicated to our team members as we are to our mission! YFA provides:

• 14 Days of PTO, Incrementally Increasing Annually
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 5 Days Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Legal Services
• ID Monitoring
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with match after 12 months
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities

And of course, an opportunity to make the world a better place!

Youth and Family Alternatives is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We adhere to the principles of affirmative action and strictly prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on these protected characteristics.

Youth and Family Alternatives complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other privileges of employment.

Youth and Family Alternatives is committed to promoting a healthy and safe work environment, which is why we always maintain a smoke-free workplace. All forms of tobacco or vaping products of any kind at any time on our premises. Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas, as well as outdoor spaces. Individuals must leave our campus, which includes our parking lots and other public areas, to smoke, vape, or use smokeless tobacco.