MH Child and Adolescent Case Manager FT

StarCare Specialty Health System (StarCare) is seeking a full-time Child and Adolescent Case Manager to join its outstanding Child & Adolescent team. The Child and Adolescent Case Manager provides community-based and clinical rehabilitative services to children and adolescents in accordance with individualized service plans. This role delivers hands-on, in-vivo skills training, symptom management, medication training and support, crisis intervention, and other rehabilitative interventions designed to promote recovery and improve functioning.

The Case Manager is responsible for providing routine case management services, including assessment, care coordination, resource linkage, and ongoing monitoring of progress for individuals on an assigned caseload. This position ensures that clients and their families are informed of and connected to resources that support their personal goals and address needs related to substance use, involvement with the criminal justice system, housing stability, financial management, education, and employment.

The Case Manager maintains regular face-to-face contact with clients and their support systems, communicates pertinent clinical information to appropriate treatment team members, coordinates services across providers and community partners, and facilitates access to other higher levels of care as needed to support positive treatment outcomes.

Provides community-based and clinical rehabilitative services to children and adolescents in accordance with individualized service plans. Delivers hands-on, in-vivo skills training, symptom management, medication training and support, crisis intervention, and other rehabilitative interventions that promote recovery and improve functioning. Provides routine and case management services, including assessment, care coordination, resource linkage, advocacy, and ongoing monitoring of progress for individuals on an assigned caseload.

Ensures clients and families are informed of and connected to resources that support personal goals and address needs related to substance use, involvement with the criminal justice system, housing stability, financial management, education, and employment. Maintains regular face-to-face contact with clients, families, and other support systems to assess needs, monitor progress, and support treatment plan goals. Communicates pertinent clinical information to treatment team members and collaborates with internal and external providers to ensure continuity of care.

Coordinates services across healthcare providers, schools, community agencies, and other support networks to promote successful outcomes. Facilitates access to other levels of care as needed and assists with care transitions to ensure appropriate support and follow-up. Maintain regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours.

Ensure all required training and credentials are current and compliant with Center, federal, state, and local regulations, in addition to StarCare policies and procedures. Complete special departmental projects and other responsibilities with similar skill and work conditions as assigned. Support all activities in alignment with StarCare’s mission, values, and operational goals.

This is a full-time, Hybrid (Community Based), position scheduled Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, with flexibility to meet the needs of the department. Benefit Package: StarCare offers Benefit eligible employees an expansive benefit package including but not limited to: Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), thirteen (13) paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, or a related field required. Minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience in a behavioral health, social services, case management, or related field preferred. Must have a current Texas driver’s license and be insurable under the Center’s insurance.

Must pass all required pre-employment and annual screenings applicable to the position or services provided, as required by law, regulation, or agency policy, which may include criminal background, nursing registry, MVR, and drug screening based on applicable requirements. Skills & Abilities: Problem Solving: Ability to analyze situations, identify challenges, and develop effective solutions. Communication: Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills to convey information clearly and professionally.

Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others across teams and departments to achieve shared goals. Exhibiting Corporate Values: Demonstrates behaviors and decision-making aligned with the organization’s core values and mission. Documentation: Proficient in accurately recording, organizing, and maintaining information in various formats.

Productivity & Reliability: Demonstrates consistent performance, meets deadlines, manages time effectively, and maintains dependability in fulfilling

. Job Specific Safety: Understands and follows safety protocols and procedures relevant to the role and work environment.