WYCA Post Residential Case Manager
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Apply to WYCA Post Residential Case Manager at Washington State Military DepartmentJob details
- Location
- Bremerton, Washington
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $59,760 - $67,704/yr
- Posted
- 2 days ago
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About this role
About the Department
Come join us in our mission to help at-risk youth create a future with possibilities!
This job posting will remain open until filled and may be used to fill multiple positions. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and will be on-going. It is in the applicants' best interest to submit their application materials as early as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.
We invite you to apply for the position of Youth Academy Counseling & Coordination Specialist 1 (WYCA Post Residential Case Manager) where you will work in a diverse, inclusive, team-oriented environment while helping at-risk youth get their lives back on track.This position works under the supervision of the Program Manager (Case Management Supervisor) and is responsible for teaching and coaching goal setting and action planning with Cadets, promoting positive placement for Cadet graduates and tracking the post-residential activities and placement of the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy (WYCA) graduates.
The WYCA was established under the authority and guidelines of the National Guard Youth Challenge Program. It is a voluntary program which includes a 22-week residential academy followed by a 24-month post-residential phase. The purpose of the program is to provide a highly disciplined, safe and professional learning environment that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational levels and become responsible and productive Washingtonians.
- Work that matters-building character, enriching lives, one Cadet at a time!
- Leadership that empowers and supports employees.
- A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility.
- Tuition Discount! Washington State Employees are eligible for a 10% tuition discount with Western Governors University (WGU) for Bachelor's & Master's Degree programs in Business; Information Technology; Healthcare and Education.
- Support for employee growth and development.
Position Duties
Some of what you'll be doing:
- Prioritize and manage an assigned caseload of youth at the WYCA and track the placement of program graduates during the post residential phase.
- To include:
- Contacts: Maintain monthly contact with each Cadet on assigned caseload during the 24-month Post-Residential Phase.
- Data Management: Collect, store and record monthly source documentation of each Cadet’s placement activity; ensuring source documentation is complete, thorough and organized each month and all assigned Cadet contact, Cadet placement, and other required information is entered into the WYCA database in compliance with pre-determined timelines.
- Deliver small and large group instruction on goal setting, action plan development, personal values exploration, and other life skills based on established curriculum.
- Provide ongoing support to Cadets to strengthen life skills during the post residential phase.
Minimum Qualifications
An Associate’s or higher-level degree;
OR
Experience in casework, counseling, social services, teaching, marketing, public relations, human resource management, planning, directing and/or facilitating youth work activities; or experience in a related field will substitute for education on a year for year basis.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
Experience
- Six months of case management experience.
- Six months of youth-work experience (where primary function of the job was working directly with youth/teens).
- Good judgment in the communications and actions, cognizant always of how words or deeds can affect youth development, parental and community relations, and program integrity and reputation.
- Develop and deliver presentations/training about the WYCA to applicants, community partners, and diverse audiences.
- Coordinate with others inside or outside the organization to share information, make decisions, arrange for services or other assistance, and/or implement solutions to issues or complaints, assist others and/or resolve problems or conflicts.
- Listen attentively, identify issues, practice a high level of organizational skills, strong time management, attention to detail in accurate and monthly data entry and reporting requirements.
- Extract and compile data to prepare narrative, statistical or other reports for review, analysis, documentation, etc.
Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrate a commitment to learning and growth and contribute to continuous improvement of agency processes.
Service-Oriented: Demonstrate a willingness to take action to understand and meet the needs of others.
Other Qualifications
Compensation: Wage/salary will depend on qualifications and rules of promotion.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
WORK SCHEDULE:
Incumbent will work a Monday - Thursday 4/10 work schedule. The actual work hours will be established between the employee and the immediate supervisor and will start no earlier than 6:00 AM and end no later than 6:00 PM.
- Must successfully complete a pre-employment personal history and criminal background check investigation, which includes fingerprinting. The background check is required for all employees of the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy due to the nature of these positions (working with vulnerable youth) and the safety requirements of the job. Applicants are required to complete and sign a WMD Applicant Background and Disclosure Statement and a Waiver and Authority to Release Information Form. Candidates will not have access to any investigative materials and files.
- Must be willing and able to participate in periodic background checks in accordance with department policy. Failure to successfully complete any required background check may be cause for termination.
- Willing not to use or be in possession of illegal narcotics or controlled substances while on, or off duty.
- Willing and able to be free from excessive alcohol consumption.
- Willing and able to pass drug testing requirements, including pre-employment (to include testing when employees change job classifications due to promotion or transfer or there is reasonable suspicion).
- Ability, willingness, desire, and commitment to work with all at-risk youth in a 24/7 highly structured residential setting requiring extensive interaction and contact with at-risk youth and parents who may be disgruntled, angry, disrespectful (use of profanity, name calling, etc.), depressed and at times confrontational.
- The WYCA campus is a tobacco, alcohol, drug and weapons free facility. Weapons and alcohol are not permitted anywhere on campus when employees are on or off shift. This includes any alternate duty station site or in employee vehicles. Use of tobacco products or vaping products is not permitted anywhere within the confines of the Youth Academy (to include alternate duty stations) or in the view of Cadets when performing off campus duties and responsibilities.
- Individuals working with at-risk youth in a residential setting are subject to safety and security surveillance.
- Must be willing to work in and around military facilities and programs.
- May be required to occasionally attend routine events, meetings or trainings at other locations. On occasion, periodic travel in and out of state for up to one week at a time.
- Must comply with Department policies and procedures governing workplace conduct.
Must be willing and committed to following the NGYCP-CA Hands-Off Leadership and Appropriate Relationships Guidance, recognizing that as a staff member of the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy, our positions have implied authority over Cadets, regardless of their residential or completion status. This policy prohibits staff members from touching Cadets in an aggressive or harassing manner or in any way inappropriate to a professional mentoring relationship. Hands-Off Leadership prohibits staff members from using unprofessional language, including profanity, vulgarity or off-color jokes when interacting with, correcting or motivating Cadets.
Must be willing to follow directives and law pertaining to Hands-Off Leadership, Fraternization, Mandatory Reporting, and Appropriate Relationships. The uncompromising expectation for behavior in word and deed on the part of staff is nothing less than complete transparency and total professionalism.
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
Must possess a license valid to drive in the State of Washington.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Individuals interested in applying for this position should select the "Apply" button and submit the following:
1. A current application profile,
2. Responses to the supplemental questions,
3. A list of three professional references.
Please include two current/past supervisors, one peer or one subordinate, if applicable. For each reference, please include the following: Name, Professional Title, Working Relationship, Daytime Phone Number and Email Address.
If you have any questions about the application process or this recruitment, please contact Patricia Acoba at [email protected].
Please add [email protected] to your email contacts to ensure emails sent to advise you of the status of your application do not get sent to your junk mailbox.
The Washington Military Department is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruitment Section of State Human Resources at: Email: [email protected], Call: (360) 473-2622 , or 711.
Benefits
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
Supplemental Questions
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- I have not graduated from high school
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate degree or 60 semester hours/90 quarter hours
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- No Experience
- 1 to 3 months
- 4 to 12 months
- 13 to 24 months
- 25 months or more
- No experience
- 1 to 5 months
- 6 to 12 months
- More than 12 months
- No experience
- 1 to 5 months
- 6 to 12 months
- More than 12 months
- Yes
- No
Required Question
Agency Information
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