Riverside Academy

Description:

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.

Requirements:

- 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.