Case Manager - BRAG Restore

About the role

The Case Manager (Credible Messenger) provides intensive, trauma-informed case management and supportive services to young adults (ages 16–25) at elevated risk of engaging in serious violence. Grounded in the Cure Violence Global model, the Sanctuary Model, and Trauma-Informed Care, the Case Manager serves as the participant's primary point of support by building trusting relationships, coordinating services, providing crisis intervention, and promoting long-term stability. Working collaboratively with the Program Director and Educational/Vocational Specialist, the Case Manager develops individualized Sustainable Growth Plans, monitors participant progress, connects participants to community resources, and supports positive youth development through strength-based and restorative practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of approximately 7–8 participants.
• Complete trauma-informed intake assessments using the At-Risk Criteria (ARC) screening tool.
• Develop and update individualized Sustainable Growth Plans based on participant strengths, needs, and goals.
• Conduct weekly case management sessions and maintain consistent participant engagement through office, home, hospital, and community visits.
• Build trusting relationships through mentorship, advocacy, and participant-centered support.
• Engage families and natural supports when appropriate.
• Monitor participant progress and adjust service plans as needed.
• Assess participant safety and develop individualized safety plans.
• Respond to crises involving violence, victimization, housing instability, behavioral health, family conflict, or legal involvement.
• Utilize trauma-informed interventions, motivational interviewing, restorative practices, and de-escalation strategies.
• Collaborate with outreach staff during conflict mediation and community violence response efforts.
• Coordinate referrals and ongoing service connections for behavioral health, substance use treatment, housing, healthcare, legal services, food assistance, public benefits, domestic violence services, and family supports.
• Advocate for participants with community agencies, healthcare providers, schools, courts, and other service systems.