CASE MANAGER IOC

Job Description

The Case Manager position requires working with severely, persistently mentally ill adults. You will provide comprehensive case management services to clients, facilitating client advocacy , and referral/service linkage via client outreach visits. You will teach clients the principles of Wellness and Recovery, self-care and symptom management and coach clients in the use of these skill in multiple environments and circumstances.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral discipline: social work, psychology , sociology

· Minimum of one year of experience working with severely persistently mentally ill individuals

· Knowledge and understanding of mental illness, Wellness & Recovery Principles, Stages of Change, illness management, recovery and relapse prevention and Motivational Interviewing and group process

· Ability to work flexible hours, which may include occasional weekends, evenings, and 24 hour on call availability

· A valid New Jersey Driver’s License in good standing with the Division of Motor Vehicles

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provide comprehensive case management services to adult clients , facilitating client advocacy, referral and service linkage via client outreach visits

· Provide individual consultation and facilitation of Wellness & Recovery education groups

· Provide off site client consultation in the family home and or other designated meeting site

· Provided linkage and service coordination to appropriate court ordered treatment modalities.

· Develop extensive knowledge of mental health and social resources in the county, drawing upon team and collateral expertise as needed

· Communicate to team regarding client interpersonal and environmental changes, barriers, and challenges for the development effective treatment planning

· Facilitate groups and individual services to support clients’ treatment goal progress and community integration.

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Preferred)
• · Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral discipline: social work, psychology , sociology
• · Minimum of one year of experience working with severely persistently mentally ill individuals

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person