Case Manager – Youth Behavioral Health
Location: Evart, MI
Job Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Pay: $45,000 - $49,920 per year based on experience
Schedule: Primarily weekdays with flexibility for program needs
About Youth Opportunity & Osceola Youth Center
Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at‑risk youth. Osceola Youth Center in Evart, Michigan is a trauma‑informed Youth Center serving boys ages 10 to 17 requiring behavioral stabilization. The program merges clinical therapy, education, life skills training, and expressive recreation to support emotional growth in a structured setting.
Youth typically remain in care for 6 to 9 months, engaging in individual, family, and group therapy; restorative justice; victim‑impact awareness; and pre‑vocational preparation. Programming in small group units encourages family partnership and successful return to the community.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period
• Free RX delivery on most medications
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment
About the Role
As a Case Manager, you will work under the clinical supervision of a licensed mental health professional to deliver case management services for youth in care. You will coordinate treatment activities, facilitate communication between stakeholders, and help youth and families prepare for successful reintegration into their communities.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide case management services, including communication with youth, families, and Juvenile Probation Officers
• Complete or coordinate required mental health and substance abuse assessments
• Develop and update treatment plans, aftercare plans, performance summaries, and discharge summaries
• Support data collection for post-release tracking and outcomes
• Serve as liaison between the program, DJJ, families, and external agencies
• Prepare families for visitation, home leave, aftercare, and group/family meetings
• Connect youth and families to appropriate community resources
• Participate in internal audits and reviews to ensure policy compliance
Qualifications
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, or related human services field
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks
• Emotionally and physically able to engage in youth activities and program duties
Preferred:
• Two years of experience working with youth with emotional or substance use challenges
• Experience in juvenile justice, Medicaid-funded environments, or group facilitation
• Familiarity with treatment planning, case documentation, and family engagement strategies
Apply Today
Make a difference with us. Apply through Indeed or visit www.youthopportunity.com
Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Youth Opportunity has over 1000 dedicated individuals providing compassionate care and transformative therapy to more than 800 at-risk and traumatized young people every day. Every one of our employees are making a profound difference in the lives of our most vulnerable youth, thus making an immeasurable contribution to society. The company owns and operates clinical treatment centers for young people. By treating body, mind and spirit, we bring a whole-life approach to residential and outpatient care for troubled and at-risk youth.
