Case Manager

The Case Manager will professionally assess, supervise, and guide children who have been charged with a crime or are otherwise demonstrating pre-delinquent behaviors. This position works directly with the youth and the family, utilizing a “strength-based” approach to assessing them. Responsibilities include supervising Youth Workers, gathering information, completing case forms and reports, and completing Social History and Youth Assessment Reports. Additionally, this employee leads daily problem-solving groups and youth assessment groups. The caseload will generally vary between 15 and 20 youth.

What we offer

• BCN Medical
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental and Vision
• 403(b) with employer match
• $25,000 Life Insurance,
• Short-term Disability,
• 9 Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth),
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid training.
• Advancement opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Must have a BA, BS, or BSW in social work or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent) is preferred but not required in Michigan.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with adolescents, preferably in a juvenile justice or similar setting.
• Satisfactory DHS Central Registry Clearance and State Police Record Check, negative TB test, satisfactory physical exam, satisfactory pre-employment, and random drug screening. 
• Possess a valid unrestricted Michigan driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must meet all employment eligibility & agency hiring requirements at the time of hire. 

Our Approach

Spectrum Juvenile Justice Services utilizes the Forward Focused Treatment Model©, the first evidence-based clinical treatment program developed for adolescents with serious offending behaviors. The cognitive-behavioral treatment model is based on current research in adolescent brain development and juvenile justice treatment and includes trauma-focused assessment and treatment. Treatment is guided by a developmentally informed conceptualization of each youth’s risks and needs and utilizes a multimodal and multi-pronged approach.

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