Case Manager - AMIkids Miami Dade South
Who are we?
AMIkids is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping youth develop into responsible and productive citizens. AMIkids has served over 150,000 kids and their families since 1969. Being part of the AMIkids team means that you are helping youth to realize their full potential and become a valuable part of their community.
What you will be doing:
As a Case Manager, you will play an active role in the transitional process of youth entering and exiting the program. You will effectively collaborate with youth, parents, program’s internal stakeholders, and any applicable State Agency to develop a plan and coordinate the necessary services. You will be instrumental in the achievement of youths’ academic and personal goals, and their social/emotional development.
Essential Job Duties
- Active participant in the Multidisciplinary Treatment Team (MDT),
- Complete an intake needs assessment on youth as they enter the Program, and complete re-assessments within established contractual guidelines,
- Evaluate, develop, and document an individual service/care plan for the youth based on the needs assessment, and complete updates within established contractual guidelines,
- Ensure youth receives academic, vocational, and behavioral assessments within the required timeframe of enrollment and that this data is used in development of the individual service/care plan,
- Ensure timely delivery of the appropriate Program services to meet the needs of the youth within the established guidelines of the Personal Growth Model and building youth’s ability to function productively in interpersonal relationships,
- Attend and represent the program at court hearings, meetings, and youths’ legal proceedings,
- Deliver Evidence Base Treatment models adopted by the Program, adhere to fidelity requirements and document per contract,
- Facilitate youth progress meetings, with members of the MDT monthly, or more frequently if needed,
- Schedule transitional meetings 60 days prior to release date and assist in the development of a Transition Plan 30 days prior to the youth’s termination from the Program,
- Ensure each youth has a post-needs assessment and has a completed transitional plan before release date,
- Complete administrative tasks related to the role,
- Transport youth and may drive for other work-related tasks,
You must have:
- Bachelor degree in Psychology, Social work or related field,
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working with youth,
- Able to obtain and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state requirements,
What's in it for you?
As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within
- Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
- PTO & Paid Holidays
- Wellness Benefits – EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more