Case Manager I

Who We Are:

Leaders in Community Alternatives, Inc., also known as "LCA" among our participants, customers, and the criminal justice community, is an accredited community-based criminal justice organization originally founded in 1991. LCA offers innovative and progressive intervention programs to the criminal justice community through a range of community based and in-custody programs across multiple counties in California.

LCA applies evidence-based criminal justice practices to all our service delivery models, programs, and curriculum. LCA's broad array of services includes residential treatment programs, adult reentry and juvenile day reporting programs, adult employment services, and electronic monitoring programs including Curfew Monitoring (EM), GPS Tracking (GPS), and Continuous Alcohol Monitoring (CAM).

As a leader in the industry, LCA stands passionate and dedicated to providing high-quality, reliable, and varied alternatives to incarceration.

Position Overview:

The Case Manager provides individualized case management and facilitates Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (CBI) groups for youth enrolled in the LCA Juvenile Program. This role includes delivering evidence-based curricula and offering ongoing support to an assigned caseload of participants.

Using Motivational Interviewing techniques, effective case management strategies, and other evidence-based practices, the Case Manager conducts intake assessments, develops and implements service plans, facilitates group sessions, and provides continuous support and guidance to youth throughout their program involvement.

Desirable Characteristics:

• Prior experience working with at risk youth or families with multiple problems in the
• delinquency or child welfare systems preferred.
• Knowledge and/or experience working in a jail/prison environment and knowledge of
• the criminal justice system preferred.
• Flexible, adaptable, and solutions-focused
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach
• Skilled in conflict resolution and de-escalation
• Maintains firm, consistent, and appropriate boundaries
• Demonstrates integrity, reliability, and sound judgment
• Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong documentation and observation skills
• Valid California Driver License with safe driving record.
• Must be able to pass Live scan background check and Stanislaus County Juvenile Hall Background clearance.

The responsibilities list above are not an exhaustive list of all job functions. Refer to the Job Description for a more thorough list of applicable job functions for this position.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree AND two years of work experience in human services
• OR four years of work experience in community justice/human services.
• Experience working with the criminal justice, homeless, or substance abusing population within the last two years preferred.
• Bachelor's degree highly preferred.

Live Scan Fingerprinting Notice:

All applicants are required to complete a Live Scan fingerprinting following an offer of

employment.

Salary: $21.00 to $23.00 per hour DOE + Benefits

EEO Statement:

LCA is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA

regulations as applicable.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending