Child Case Manager

Children’s Case Manager

Saginaw Psychology Services is a reputable, accredited and ethical Tri-City leader in mental health and SUD services. We utilize best practices in the industry and are diligent in maintaining high levels of trained personnel to provide optimal service delivery across many systems of mental health. We are experiencing growth in the business and would love to have you join our team!

Case managers are healthcare professionals who help people with a large variety of issues. They assist both individuals and families in coping with complex physical, mental health and substance use conditions. Case managers are there to find the most effective treatment with an integrated approach.

Case managers help people who are in difficult situations figure out what kind of help they need, help them find the services they need, create plans for treatment or recovery, work with other health and human service providers, and track client's progress with treatment plans. Case managers work in many aspects of people's lives, and may work with children and families, senior citizens, those with disabilities, recovering addicts, the mentally ill, immigrants, ex-offenders or the homeless. The relationship with clients is an advocate. The development of such a relationship is a key step in successful case management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Reach out to clients assigned by supervisor, asses their most urgent needs, appraise the situation, and listen to their concerns.

· Perform an in-depth mental and physical health analysis of the client/family.

· Develop a detailed plan of action to meet the client’s needs, set goals, and find the necessary resources to meet those goals.

· Offer comprehensive psychosocial services to patients in either individual or group settings.

· Consult with external agencies in order to provide clients with support services and resources.

· Keep comprehensive records of clients’ progress throughout the process, including every call, referral, and home visit.

· Maintain the confidentiality, respect the privacy, and preserve the routine and independence of clients as much as possible.

· Help clients in meeting basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, personal safety, and general medical and dental care as well as assist with applications for income, medical, housing or other benefits which they may need and are entitled

· Supervise and work in accordance with Clinical therapists, nurses, MAs and Peer Support Specialists

· Stay in touch with clients to ensure the services were beneficial, and that their needs are met.

· Engages and develops trusting relationships to enhance successful mental health/substance abuse outcomes using educational, behavioral, and motivational interventions.

· Accurately chart observations on assigned clients using correct charting format and terminology.

· Assists in coordinating individual treatment planning including aftercare and recovery support services for each client actively involved in mental health/SUD treatment.

· Assists each client receiving mental health/SUD treatment in becoming involved with self-help support groups and developing and maintaining social support networks.

· Speak to clients in a respectful and calming manner, even if clients are agitated.

· Attend all mandatory facility in-services and staff development activities as scheduled.

· Self-motivated and the ability to handle unforeseen problems.

· Give appropriate feedback regarding the condition of clients to your supervisor.

· Reliable in carrying out assignments conscientiously.

· Continually strives for effective relationships with peers, clients and management.

· Continually completes notes, assignments and incident reports on time per policy.

· Abides by company rules, policies/procedures.

· Ensure confidentiality and HIPAA standards

· Attend all trainings required of SCCMHA

SKILLS:

• Strong writing and communication skills (written plans, notes and oral communications)
• Effective organizational skills leading to proper prioritization of workload and a timely completion of related paperwork.
• Must be able to interact professionally with colleagues at SPSI.
• Must be able to work with a large team of like-minded therapists

EDUCATION:

· Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other related Human Services Degree.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Qualifying degree in social work or human service field.

· Must be able to drive and possess reliable means of transportation and valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and registration.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. as job may require some lifting.

BENEFITS:

• Positive work environment: We believe that having a fun, friendly work environment is important and we enjoy doing outings that promote team building and self-care.
• Employee Incentive program
• Health insurance
• Medical reimbursement program
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• 401K Retirement match
• Flexible scheduling
• Training allowances
• Sign-on Bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Bachelor Degree in a Social Work related field (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person