Case Manager

Summary

This position qualifies for a one-time $2,000 signing bonus, paid in two installments upon commencement of the position and after 6 months of employment (subject to change).

Under the supervision of the Program Director and/or Program Coordinator, is responsible for but not limited to planning, facilitating, implementing, and coordinating mental health / case management services to adult individuals with mental illness and co-occurring disorders at Crisis Residential Treatment Program (CRTP).

Essential Functions

▪ Provides mental health / case management services by exploring community resources, providing linkage, and referrals to ensure continuous system of care at CRTP.

▪ Coordinates and implements day rehabilitative program activities under the supervision of program coordinator.

▪ Coordinate with treatment team and facility staff members to provide intensive, structured services at CRTP.

▪ Coordinate with treatment team and facility staff members to ensure daily contact.

▪ Coordinates services with various public and private community health, mental health, and social service agencies in treatment of client.

▪ Reports program activities and development, crises, and any other pertinent information to appropriate chain of command

▪ Transport client(s) to connect with necessary community resources

▪ Interview clients and/or family members to obtain a psychosocial, medical, psychiatric history to assess and evaluate client’s level of functioning and psychiatric condition in determining the treatment modality by which goals are to be achieved.

▪ Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with client and family members

▪ Assist clients, families; and significant others in understanding mental illness and gaining their acceptance of and participation in the treatment recommendations.

▪ Provide daily contact with client to ensure continuous system of care.

▪ Participate, coordinate and implement cooperative arrangements and/or team conferences with various interdisciplinary team members in the development and implementation of client’s treatment plan and aftercare plan.

▪ Maintain and submit billing records in a timely manner.

▪ Maintain and update client’s files and documentation in accordance with DMH, agency, CDSS CCLD, and DHCS guidelines.

▪ Must drive to multiple job sites.

▪ Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director and/or Program Coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

▪ Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Psychology or other related field from an accredited college.

▪ Employment eligibility required.

▪ Must have own reliable transportation, valid California Driver License, and proof of automobile insurance coverage.

▪ Abilities: Ability to drive; Ability to develop and maintain effective working relations with program and with community representatives and contractors; Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team;

▪ Minimum Requirements Regular attendance and background check required Initial Health Screening and TB clearance required COVID-19 Vaccination and eligible booster required

▪ Non-Essential Qualifications (optional) - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities o Knowledge: Basic Computer software programs (Experience on Microsoft Word and Excel, Internet); Knowledge and ability to relate to people with mental illness; Knowledge of DSM-IV and Mental Illness o Skills: Good writing and oral (communication) skills are necessary; Strong interpersonal and social skills; Time management skills necessary

- Preferred one year of direct service experience in a hospital or mental health setting which has an interdisciplinary team approach.

- Ability to speak Spanish or one of Asian languages (Korean, Vietnamese, or Chinese preferred) - Overtime, holiday, or weekend work may be required.

▪ Supervisory Responsibilities None identified.

▪ Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions) Job duties are to be performed both in office and field settings.

▪ Physical Requirements The employee is expected to drive, sit, stand, walk, carry a maximum of 20lbs, listen, and speak in order to complete job requirements.

▪ Mental Requirements The employee must be able to handle any/all of the following: constant distractions, interruptions, uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules; be able to process information, think, and conceptualize.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)