The Forensic Case Manager position is responsible for providing a wide array of culturally sensitive, recovery oriented, trauma sensitive, direct clinical services provided in conjunction with other staff. Services provided by this position may include assessment, treatment planning, referrals, and case management. Master's degree is preferred, and preference will be given to those holding a master's degree. 

Case Manager's primary duties include assisting consumers in their rehabilitation efforts, whether in the community, or in their return from a Department of Corrections (DOC) institution. The Case Manager will provide medium intensity case management services for consumers with mental health and/or substance use disorders, providing and coordinating the team’s clinical approach for consumers on their caseload, and supporting and sharing duties with team members. Case management activities include but are not limited to: Psychotherapy, AODA services, activities of daily living training, vocational endeavors, working on finances and budgeting, obtaining and maintaining housing, assistance with legal problems and obligations. family systems counseling, obtaining and coordinating health care services. Department of Health Services (DHS) contract requirements for implementation of Motivational Interviewing (MI):

1. Submit two (2) audio-recorded MI practice samples for peer review.
2. Attend monthly peer learning group to participate in MI learning activities.
3. Develop and revise an Individualized Learning Plan.
4. Attend Motivational Interviewing Trainings when offered through DHS.

The Case Manager will also complete timely and professional documentation. The Case Manager reports directly to the assigned supervisor with overall program supervision provided by the Team Leader. Minimum annual service hours are 1352.

QUALIFICATIONS

Typical Physical Demands

• Requires driving, sitting, standing, light lifting, bending, and reaching; and the ability to use and operate standard office equipment, including computer, calculator, phone, printer, cell phone, facsimile, etc.

Working Conditions 

• May require evening or weekend hours depending on program and consumer's needs 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

A. Provision of Clinical Services 

1. Performs accurate assessments to initially evaluate mental health, as well as alcohol and other drug use issues in a culturally sensitive, recovery oriented, trauma sensitive manner. 
2. Provides a range of clinical services in conjunction with program staff including outreach, assessment, treatment planning, referral, and case management in a context that is supportive of the consumer's culture, values, and perspectives.
3. Complete accurate clinical records including intakes, assessments, treatment plans and updates, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other information in a timely manner. 

B. Program and JMHC Participation 

1.  Attends staff meetings, in-services and other program activities as requested. 
2. Participates in JMHC committees, trainings, and activities as directed and/or approved.

The above statements are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list but are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this employee.