Fairfax Behavioral Health (a UHS facility):

Fairfax Behavioral Health, founded in 1930, is a private, free-standing mental health hospital that specializes in psychiatric and detox treatment. We strive to meet and respond to the needs of our community by offering a continuum of care and evidenced-based programs at multiple locations within our region. We have behavioral health facilities and services located in Kirkland, Everett, and Monroe, Washington. Mental and behavioral health challenges are a growing concern within our communities. Whether it is us or a loved one, we will all likely be affected by behavioral health and mental disorders or illness. This drives our passion for providing evidenced-based outpatient and inpatient psychiatric treatment programs with successful outcomes. For more information, please visit us at https://www.fairfaxhospital.com/

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:

After October 18, 2021, all Washington state healthcare employees, educators, contractors, and interns will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination record as a condition of employment. You must submit your documentation to Human Resources before your first day of employment with Fairfax. Please remember to bring your COVID-19 immunization card to your orientation with our HR team.

Case Managers facilitate the development of discharge plans for all patients starting from the moment of admission. They meet 1:1 with patients to collaborate with their treatment and discharge planning; consult with families on the emotional, social, and financial aspects of the patient’s life; and assist with family meetings with patients (when warranted). They also play a valuable role in multidisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, and treatment planning. Case Managers comply with required standards for medical/legal reporting situations (e.g., child abuse, dependent adult abuse, duty to warn, etc.). They may perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

Required – Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with mental health field experience

Preferred – Inpatient mental health case management experience, experience referring to community partners, understanding of involuntary treatment system in WA

Benefit Highlights:

Additional requirements:

Knowledge, skills, and abilities requirements:

1. Knowledge of general clerical procedures

2. Knowledge of computers and software programs (e.g., Word, Excel, HMS)

3. Knowledge of data entry techniques

4. Skill in organizing and prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines

5. Skill in telephone etiquette and paging procedures

6. Effective oral and written communication

7. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and co-workers

8. Ability to adhere to safety policies and procedures

9. Ability to use good judgement and to maintain confidentiality of information

10. Ability to write neatly and legibly

11. Ability to perform accurately in an environment with high levels of stimuli

12. Ability to work as a team player

13. Ability to demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication

14. Ability to accept direction and to adhere to policies and procedures

15. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities

16. Ability to perform repetitive tasks and to work at a rapid pace

17. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations

Physical, mental, and special demands:

1. Hand and finger dexterity for the use of computer equipment

2. Ability to sit for extended periods of time, up to eight (8) hours at a time

3. Ability to stand and walk for up to six (6) hours at a time

4. Ability to move flexibly for filing and retrieving of medical records

5. Ability to lift, bend, stoop, twist, pull, and push is required

6. Visual acuity is required for accurate communication of departmental and medical information

7. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds (e.g., charts, records)

8. Ability to work in an environment in which the noise level is frequently high; where chemicals are frequently used for cleaning; where mechanical and electrical hazards may occasionally be present; and where dust, mist, and steam are frequently generated in housekeeping tasks

9. Ability to respond as trained when exposed to blood and bodily fluids

10. Ability to participate in the management of acutely agitated patients consistent with Handle with Care hospital procedures

Machines, tools, equipment, and other work aides:

1. Computer, printer, camera, and various software packages

2. Copy machine

3. Telephone and paging systems

4. Policies, procedures, plans, programs, and manuals

EEO Statement:

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice:

At UHS and all its subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillsets and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best-in-class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Additionally, recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting our Compliance Hotline at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

Pay Transparency:

To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all our subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. A posted salary range applies to the current job posting. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.