Reentry Case Manager Jobs in Spokane, WA (NOW HIRING)

Frontier Behavioral Health's presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee's contribution to our mission.

• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.

• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.

• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

Reentry Community Safety Program (RCSP)

Created by the state Legislature, the Reentry Community Safety Program is a collaboration between the Department of Corrections, the Department of Social and Health Services, and Frontier Behavioral Health that seeks to reduce recidivism and community risk once an offender with a mental illness or developmental disability is released.

In this position, you will lead the development of assigned programs by forming community connections and partnerships, assist in developing policies, training and program design. Provide supervision, training and consultation to assigned staff.

Deliver clinical services to RCSP/MHSA clients with a team that works closely with the Department of Corrections to ensure individuals with Medicaid funding receive intensive case management services and ancillary outpatient services as appropriate.

Oversee outpatient services to Forensic Mental Health clients providing therapy, group, and case management services to individuals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Ensure team access Trueblood and other community resources as appropriate for clients.

• Utilize mobile crisis services for client's continued stabilization in the community.

• Monitor the appropriate discharge of individuals to community resources.

• Review and approve, as appropriate, Care Plans for RCSP/MHSA and forensic mental health clients and ensure Care Plans are updated as needed.

• Ensure all staff adhere to SAMHSA's Permanent Supportive Housing model as prescribed by HCA.

• Accept all referrals of individuals who meet criteria to be enrolled in the programs.

• Contact the individual the day or day after the referral is received to gather information and schedule a face-to-face contact.

• Monitor the status of all enrollees in the program and their current status.

• Co-sign all Care Plans and ensure they meet WAC requirements.

• Provide weekly in office and out in the field supervision to all team members in a manner that promotes and develops a positive environment for members and staff.

• Network with community partners to develop resources to support the individual in the community.

• Submit data as required by HCA and the BHASO to the Program Administrator a week before the due date.

• Develop community partnerships with law enforcement, local shelters, faith-based services, community court, jail and other entities that could assist in case finding efforts.

• Work collaboratively with SPD and SFD, House of Charity, Eastern State Hospital, Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and other emergency departments, behavioral health providers, and other community partners involved in serving Trueblood class members.

• Continually seek areas of opportunity for program and process improvement and work in collaboration with Program Administrator to implement positive change.

• Provide and role model effective leadership that engages, motivates and supports assigned staff.

• Oversee implementation and adherence to organization-wide and department specific FBH policies, monitoring for compliance and addressing non-compliance as needed.

• Monitor staff performance to ensure staff meet performance expectations; compliance with required training, documentation and timekeeping. Address employee performance concerns in a timely manner, utilizing HR support as needed. Complete employee performance reviews in a timely manner.

• Escalate barriers, high risk situations, unresolved concerns, etc. to Director or appropriate individual as needed.

• Provide direct clinical services and cover shifts as required.

• Supervise and train staff to achieve the level of expertise required to do their job effectively.

• Ensure equal opportunity for all assigned staff with regards to work assignments, training, promotions and other conditions and privileges of employment.

• Ensure RCSP/MHSA and Forensic Mental Health staff meet their direct service requirement and provide coaching and assistance if direct service is not met.

• Ensure RCSP/MHSA and Forensic Mental Health staff follow all policies and procedures related to the provision of outpatient services.

• Provide supervision for licensure when eligible to be a DOH approved supervisor.

• Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites either via FBH owned Vehicles and/or personal vehicle.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:

1. Master's degree in behavioral sciences.

2. Two years' supervisory experience in behavioral health services.

3. At the time of hire, must have applied for one of the following DOH credentials to meet the requirements of a Mental Health Professional as defined by WAC 246-341-0200.

• Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor (LAAC) OR

• License Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) OR

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate (LICSWA) OR

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA) AND THEN

• Credential must be active with DOH within 6 months of hire date unless currently meeting preferred licensure credential requirement below.

4. Must have an unrestricted and valid driver's license, be able to pass a motor vehicle screening and driving test, have active car insurance, and be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.

PREFERRED:

• Active DOH licensure (e.g., LMHC, LICSW, LMFT) in the State of Washington (Licensed employees have the title Supervisor II)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to train and supervise staff in clinical service delivery, case conceptualization.

• Must possess excellent communication skills, including the ability to send and receive oral and written messages, in a clear, positive, prompt, and appropriate manner, while maintaining customer confidentiality.

• Sensitivity to individuals' unique cultural characteristics, and to the challenges faced by the socioeconomically disadvantaged.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position provides client services in community settings on a daily basis. Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large.

• Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable.

• Daily travel between locations is required.

• The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.

• Daily use of a computer is required.

• May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.

• Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

PAY RANGE (Hourly/Non-Exempt

• Supervisor I - No Licensure: $35.51-$43.26

• Supervisor II - Licensure: $38.30 - $46.66

All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay is as follows:

• Supervisor I - No Licensure: $35.51 hourly

• Supervisor II - Licensure: $38.30 hourly

This position is eligible for the quarterly incentive bonus program.

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Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:

• Paid Time Off - Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!

• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!

• Sick Leave - Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.

• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• Retirement - We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employermatch.

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance - Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks

• Signing Bonus!

• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.

• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.

• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.