Case Manager - Intensive (BA) $20/hr

The Case Manager - Intensive manages a case load of adults with severe and persistent mental illness through the activities of planning, linking, monitoring, advocacy, and assessment.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE BA / BS in Social Sciences (Social work, psychology, sociology, etc.) from an accredited college or university 1 year of experience working in mental health or related field Valid FL driver's license PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE MA / MS in Social Sciences (Social work, psychology, sociology, etc.

from an accredited college or university 2 years of case management experience Case Manager Certification (CBHCM) - Florida KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Familiarity with 65E regulations, Baker Act, and Marchman Act Ability to interpret and abide by confidentiality laws, abuse reporting guidelines, and client rights requirements Proven track record of abiding by a code of ethical and practice standards Basic counseling skills Case management skills Advanced communication skills, both written and verbal Excellent organizational and time management skills General typing and computer literacy skills Proficiency in educating adults on illness, medication compliance, community resources, money management, and basic life skills Experience with assessment and treatment planning Capability to handle verbally or physically aggressive clients Knowledge of psychiatric medication and community resources RESPONSIBILITIES CLIENT CARE Conduct Assessment Interviews with clients Accompany clients to and link them with community resources, as needed Counsel clients and family members, where appropriate, on relevant clinical issues Perform weekly home visits to all clients on case load CLIENT ADVOCACY Advocates for client, such as assisting with completing applications for services and discussing clients needs with providers Coordinates care with psychiatrists, therapists, medication clinics as well as with external services such as hospitals, social service agencies, and housing agencies Monitors treatment process to ensure needed services are provided on a timely basis RECORD KEEPING & OTHER ADMINISTRATION Attend staff meetings Documentation, including progress notes, progress reviews, and other reports Develop comprehensive service plans Compose and type letters, correspondence, etc.

Complete staff activity reports, PB2 and functional assessment rating scales Accomplishes locus assessment at admission and every six months, as needed to determine level of care Achieve daily entries into credible (EMR) schedule Powered by JazzHR