Clinical Case Manager

Unity Children's HomeCase Manager (Residential Treatment Services)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Compensation: Salaried — $50,000 semi-monthly
Location: Spring/Houston, TX

Position Summary

Unity Children's Home is seeking an experienced, highly skilled Case Manager to support youth placed in our Residential Treatment Center across four specialized treatment packages:

• Complex Mental Health Disorders
• Aggression & Defiant Behaviors
• Human Trafficking Survivors / High-Risk Exploitation
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders (Autism/IDD)
• Additionally, youth may present with
• substance use and co-occurring behavioral needs
• .

This position is treatment-planning heavy and requires expertise in DFPS documentation standards, clinical assessments, service planning, and ongoing evaluation of youth progress. The Case Manager plays a central role in ensuring that treatment aligns with Unity's therapeutic model (CBT, DBT, MI, TBRI-informed environment) and meets all T3C and DFPS timelines.

Essential Responsibilities1. Treatment Planning & Clinical Documentation

• Develop, update, and maintain individualized Treatment Plans, including goals, interventions, and measurable outcomes.
• Complete admission assessments, mission assessments, psychosocial updates, and service reviews.
• Conduct routine evaluations using UCH treatment tools (milieu worksheets, daily notes review, value evaluations, behavior level data, etc.).
• Ensure all treatment documentation is completed timely and accurately in compliance with DFPS Minimum Standards and T3C guidelines.
• Update treatment plans based on youth progress, assessments, and interdisciplinary team feedback.

2. Case Coordination & Youth Support

• Meet with assigned youth regularly to discuss progress, barriers, goals, and treatment engagement.
• Participate in and/or lead training modules, psychoeducational groups, and skill-building sessions as assigned.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, supervisors, QMHPs, crisis team, and direct care staff to ensure consistent treatment implementation.
• Coordinate services with external providers, psychiatric supports, educational teams, medical providers, and DFPS caseworkers.
• Attend required meetings, treatment team conferences, and service plan reviews.

3. Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all documentation meets agency, licensing, T3C, and DFPS requirements.
• Monitor treatment deadlines, service provision timelines, and required contact frequency.
• Maintain audit-ready charts (youth files and case documentation).
• Support QA processes by participating in internal audits and corrective action steps.

4. Training & Staff Support

• Participate in agency-wide training sessions and staff development.
• Conduct training for direct care staff related to:
• Treatment plan goals
• Behavior strategies
• Trauma-informed principles
• Specialized population needs (HT, Autism/IDD, aggression, MH, substance use)
• Support onboarding of new staff by explaining treatment models and documentation expectations.

5. Family, DFPS, and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Maintain professional, timely communication with DFPS caseworkers, families, guardians, and placement specialists.
• Provide updates regarding youth progress, crisis events, treatment needs, and discharge planning.
• Participate in permanency planning, court-related documentation, and transition planning.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a closely related field.
• 3–5 years of experience working with DFPS-involved youth, residential programs, or high-acuity behavioral health populations.
• Strong skills in developing and implementing treatment plans and documenting clinical interventions.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care, behavioral intervention models, crisis de-escalation, and therapeutic communication.
• Ability to meet strict timelines and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Strong written communication, organization, and computer documentation abilities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with high-acuity youth (human trafficking survivors, aggressive/defiant behaviors, complex MH, autism/IDD, and substance use).
• Experience with DFPS T3C timelines, treatment service packages, and documentation models.
• Familiarity with Extended Reach or similar case-management systems.

Core Competencies

• Clinical Assessment & Treatment Planning
• Trauma-Informed Practice
• Case Coordination & Team Collaboration
• Documentation Accuracy & Compliance
• Professional Boundaries & Ethical Conduct
• Cultural Competence & Youth Engagement
• Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Residential Setting

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person