C.H.T.Services(CHTS) is seeking Case Managers who will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating case management activities for the program. The Case Manager works directly with individuals dealing with different needs. The Case Manager is promote hope and recovery by using strengths-based, culturally appropriate, and person-centered practices; Maximize community integration and normalization; Provide leadership in ensuring the coordination of resources for individuals eligible for behavioral health services
Responsibilities consist of but not limited to:
Conduct intake interviews and assessments
Counsel clients with confronting issues adversely affecting their lives (i.e.: mental illness, addiction, abuse)
Ensure clients have Medicaid and are referred to medical provider
Assist clients in finding housing and employment
Maintain updated case files with necessary documentation
Network with community partners
Conduct biweekly group intakes
Schedule weekly meetings with families in caseload
Create case plans and monitor plans for effectiveness
Maintain physical and/or electronic files
Evaluate new and existing client's needs to determine their immediate needs, functional capabilities and assistance needed to stabilize housing, healthcare, finances, etc
Establish and maintain working relationships with public agencies concerning public benefits, employment services, supportive services, housing resources, etc
Attend and participate in all required agency meetings: staff meetings, house meetings, in-service training and weekly case review
Conduct home inspections as required
Education/ License:
Bachelor's Degree required (minimal) in psychology, human services or related fields
Experience in providing Care Coordination, Care Management and/or Case Management services inside and outside of the facility to assist individuals in identifying and linking to community based services
Health and wellness providers and benefits necessary to promote the health, wellness, recovery, stability, autonomy and life setting outcomes desired by the individual
Experience working in or with behavioral health, substance use and/or other social services setting
Knowledge of computers and office applications for electronic medical records documentation
Ability and willingness to travel in the served community to assist individuals when required.
Willingness to work collaboratively with others
Flexibility in participating in this newly developed integrated care setting
Qualifications:
2 years' experience in relevant field; case management, social services, human services and substance abuse experience preferred (internship experience counts
Bilingual is a plus
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to connect with others and forge strong relationships
Highly organized, motivated self-starter
Excellent time management skills
Ability to organize and maintain detailed records; complete necessary paperwork and meet deadlines
General knowledge of organization, community and/or social service resources and programs
C.H.T.Services network is an Equal Opportunity Employer*