Demo

Clinical Specialist/Case Manager - Children, Youth and Family Services

Capital Area Counseling Service
Pierre, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2025

Clinical Specialist – Children, Youth & Family Services

Location: Pierre, SD

Employment Category: Full-time

Employment Type: Hourly

Reports To: CYF Clinical Supervisor

Benefits: health, dental, and life insurance coverage; 401K participation; paid holidays; paid YMCA family membership; vacation and medical leave

Perquisites: continued education and certification opportunities; flexible work schedule; supportive team environment that promotes staff wellness and self-care

*CACS is a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) and South Dakota State Loan Repayment Program approved site which can provide opportunities for student loan reimbursement.

Position Description

The Clinical Specialist provides mental health support services to youth and their families as a part of a dynamic team. Opportunities to serve individuals, groups, and families. Client population served dependent on agency need with consideration for clinician preference and expertise.

Duties / Responsibilities:

Provide mental health support services for youth and families within an integrated system of care.

Work within a team including client’s family, supports, school, and other community entities.

Apply evidenced-based interventions according to strengths and needs of the youth/family.

Utilize culturally responsive approaches in working with diverse populations.

Complete comprehensive mental health assessments.

Develop, implement, and regularly review treatment plans.

Complete progress notes and other necessary documentation within Electronic Health Record (EHR) according to agency, state, and federal guidelines.

Coordinate client care with informal and formal supports.

Have knowledge of mental health diagnoses within the DSM-5-TR or its successor.

Knowledge of and ability to use Motivational Interviewing skills, Stages of Change.

Respond to crisis situations compassionately and appropriately.

Deliver services in home, community, office settings, or wherever necessary to best meet youth/family needs.

Participate and complete trainings relevant to the position, i.e. Mental Health First Aid.

Attend and participate in regular department meetings and supervision sessions.

Other relevant duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities:

Ability to organize and prioritize daily schedule based on clients needs.

Adhere to HIPAA guidelines and confidentiality.

Be self-directive while also seeking clinical supervision when appropriate.

Maintain electronic calendars and manage workload effectively.

Demonstrate effective communication and organizational skills.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues.

Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Proficient in computer applications and related technology. Ability to use Outlook, Zoom, MS Teams, Excel, and electronic health records system.

Meet deadlines.

Follow all local, state, and federal laws.

Adhere to agency code of ethics, policies, and procedures.

May provide services in local or surrounding communities.

May need to use personal vehicle for work-related tasks when agency vehicles are unavailable.

Work hours may include some evening and weekend hours.

Must have a valid driver’s license and must provide proof of insurance.

Education and Experience:

Minimum of an associate degree in a human services / social sciences field with one year of relevant experience preferred. Other degrees may be considered with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge of mental health services with willingness to further develop skills and understanding.

Experience working with youth, such as in a school setting or a case manager role preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Requires periods of moving throughout the office and traveling to other locations within the community/designated coverage area.

Requires periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

To apply, please complete the application process through our career portal and include a cover letter and resume. Within your cover letter please outline the following:

1. Why you are interested in this position.

2. How your past work experience/education has prepared you for this position.

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs with skills like those required for the Clinical Specialist/Case Manager - Children, Youth and Family Services.

Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.

  • Assessment and Diagnosis Skill

    • Income Estimation: $59,961 - $73,406
    • Income Estimation: $65,218 - $79,682
  • Behavioral Therapy Management Skill

    • Income Estimation: $59,961 - $73,406
    • Income Estimation: $65,218 - $79,682
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Capital Area Counseling Service

Capital Area Counseling Service
Hired Organization Address Pierre, SD Full Time
Clinical Specialist – CARE Location: Pierre, SD Employment Category: Full-time Employment Type: Hourly / Non-Exempt Repo...
Capital Area Counseling Service
Hired Organization Address Pierre, SD Full Time
SoC Coordinator – Children, Youth & Family Services Location: Pierre, SD *this position is located in Pierre but may be ...
Capital Area Counseling Service
Hired Organization Address Pierre, SD Full Time
Position Description This position will assist the Prevention Services Coordinator in implementing evidence-based substa...
Capital Area Counseling Service
Hired Organization Address Pierre, SD Full Time
Health Information Technologist $5,000 Hiring Bonus!! Location: Pierre, SD Employment Category: Hourly / Non-Exempt Empl...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Clinical Specialist/Case Manager - Children, Youth and Family Services jobs in the Pierre, SD area that may be a better fit.

Clinical Specialist - Children, Youth & Family

Capital Area Counseling Services, Pierre, SD

Chief of Children and Family Services

State of South Dakota, Pierre, SD

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!