Center for Restorative Education (CRE) Case Manager

About the role

Kansas Children's Service League is seeking a full-time Center for Restorative Education (CRE) Case Manager in Topeka, KS.

Responsibilities

• Enroll referred participants into the CRE program
• Provide assessments, support planning/connection, and delivery of services to youth in the program
• Work closely with other program staff and the CRE Supervisor to support youth by utilizing a variety of program-specific interventions
• Work closely with parents/guardians and other professionals in the community, including school personnel and community-based service providers, to ensure each youth’s goals are obtained
• Demonstrate clear and professional boundaries with youth in all communications and involvement they have with the youth and their family
• Conduct comprehensive youth assessments using approved, research-based tools to identify strengths and needs
• Develop individualized support plans collaboratively with youth and parents/guardians, ensuring goals, tasks, and timelines are clearly defined
• Implement support plans in coordination with families, school staff, and community professionals, following agency protocols and timelines
• Facilitate small-group life skills sessions to promote youth well-being and teach essential coping and decision-making skills
• Provide on-site crisis intervention during program hours, ensuring immediate, appropriate responses to youth in distress
• Maintain strong knowledge of community crisis services, substance misuse resources, and communicate service needs to families and professionals
• Build trusting, professional relationships with youth, families, school personnel, healthcare providers, and community partners through clear, transparent communication
• Facilitate communication among program staff regarding student progress, behaviors, and support plan goals; report updates to the CRE Supervisor
• Prepare professional reports for the Court and agency leadership, documenting academic progress, safety concerns, and well-being

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Human Service, or related field
• 2 years' experience providing case management or similar work with at-risk youth and families

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of child development and trauma-informed care
• Experience working with diverse populations

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with youth, families, and community partners
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

As a team member of Kansas Children's Service League, you'll enjoy the following benefit offerings and more based on selected cafeteria options and employment class:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(K) & matching offerings
• Family Friendly Paid Wellness Leave
• Paid Vacation & Wellness Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Wellness Program
• Earned Wage Access

Pay

The salary range for this position is $41,000 on an annual basis.

Schedule

This position works a Monday - Friday schedule with occasional evenings and weekends.