School-Based Case Manager

School-Based Child Mental Health Case Manager

Are you passionate about supporting children and adolescents and helping them build the skills and connections they need to succeed at home, at school, and in their communities?

Valley Community Services Board is seeking a School-Based Child Mental Health Case Manager to join our team. In this role, you'll provide intensive case management services to children and adolescents experiencing serious emotional disturbance (SED) and/or at-risk behaviors in school and community settings.

You'll work closely with children and adolescents, their families, school staff and administrators, and VCSB clinicians to coordinate services and support each child's individual needs. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys building relationships, navigating community resources, collaborating with others, and advocating for children and families.

Why Join Valley CSB?

We offer benefits designed to support your work, well-being, and future:

Starting pay of $47,618.83 - $66,378.00 per year, dependent upon education and experience.

$2,500 sign-on bonus.

Health insurance starting as low as $40 per month for individual coverage, with family and dependent plans available.

14 paid holidays.

Accrue up to 20 days of paid time off (PTO) per year beginning in your first year, available for use as it is accrued.

Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS).

Professional development assistance provided at no cost.

What You'll Do

As a School-Based Child Mental Health Case Manager, you'll help children and families navigate behavioral health services while providing support across school, home, and community settings. Responsibilities include:

Provide intensive case management services and support to children and adolescents experiencing serious emotional disturbance (SED) and/or at-risk behaviors.

Work collaboratively with children, adolescents, families, school staff, and administrators to support adjustment and functioning at home, in school, and in the community.

Coordinate services and resources with child and family clinicians, school-based outpatient clinicians, and other members of the child's support team.

Help children, adolescents, and their families navigate crisis stabilization and emergency intervention services when needed.

Provide crisis stabilization and emergency intervention support as required, including carrying an agency-issued cell phone for crisis response.

Develop, implement, and complete Individual Service Plan (ISP) reviews for assigned clients in accordance with agency standards and Medicaid requirements.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services and client contacts in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.

Advocate for children and families and help connect them with appropriate community resources and supports.

Maintain confidentiality and uphold client rights in accordance with applicable DBHDS, DMAS, HIPAA, and agency requirements.

The Impact You'll Have

Children and adolescents experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges may face barriers that affect their success at school, at home, and in the community. Effective case management helps bring the right people and resources together to support the whole child.

As a School-Based Child Mental Health Case Manager, you'll serve as an important link between children, families, schools, and behavioral health providers. Your work will help families navigate challenging situations, connect with resources, respond to crises, and build the support systems children need to thrive.

If you're compassionate, organized, and passionate about helping children and families navigate challenges and connect with the right support, we'd like to hear from you.