Case Manager II – Youth Assessment Center

Case Manager II – Youth Assessment Center Champaign County Regional Planning Commission

The Case Manager II at the Youth Assessment Center (YAC) supports youth aged 10-17 who are at risk of becoming involved in the criminal justice system. The YAC serves as a centralized resource hub, where families, schools, service agencies, and law enforcement can refer youth facing challenges such as behavioral issues, bullying, and other factors that may contribute to their risk.

Utilizing the principles of Balanced and Restorative Justice (BARJ), this role involves conducting timely assessments, providing resource referrals, and connecting youth to appropriate services with the goal of fostering restoration and positive community engagement.

The Youth Assessment Case Manager will work closely with youth to enhance decision‑making and problem‑solving skills, manage stress, reduce impulsive behaviors, improve communication, manage anger, build self‑esteem, set goals, develop emotional intelligence, and increase financial literacy. Additionally, the role includes connecting youth to partner agencies for further community support and resources.

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field.
• Social service experience particularly with youth.
• Strong background in customer services and human services with program’s target population.
• Ability to pass criminal background check.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships with clients and community service providers.
• Knowledge of restorative justice practices
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed care principles. Experienced preferred.
• Ability to complete client centered, trauma informed screening and assessment tools.
• Proficient verbal, written, and public speaking communication skills.
• Advanced computer skills needed to complete case documentation, data entry and timesheets.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively assess challenges and make appropriate and timely recommendations for resolution.
• Valid driver’s license, safe and reliable vehicle, and the ability to transport clients on occasion.
• Ability to visit home sites throughout Champaign County.
• Possess motivational interviewing skills.
• Knowledge of treatment options, services, and programs for youth and their families in Champaign County.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills necessary to relate well to clients, community members, stakeholders (particularly Police Department staff), and funders.
• Ability to attend community meetings and interpret information presented and shared amongst participants, provide program information at community meetings, and provide formal program presentations.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions with minimum supervision.

Schedule:

37.5‑hour work week, with 7.5‑hour workdays between 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Flexibility will be necessary to meet program objectives.

Worksite: 2011 Round Barn Drive, Champaign, Illinois 61821

Status:
Full‑Time/37.5 hours per week

FLSA Classification:
Non‑Exempt

Starting Wage Range (dependent upon experience): $21.48- $22.50

Competitive benefits, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement, high‑quality programming, and great work environment!