Mental Health Case Manager

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Are you passionate about mental health and making a difference in the

lives of those in need? The Ada County Sheriffs Office is looking for a

dedicated**Mental Health Case Manager**to work with qualifying inmates

at the Ada County Jail. In this role, you will collaborate with a team

of mental health clinicians, develop discharge plans, and help connect

individuals with critical community-based mental health services upon

release from custody. Your work will directly support inmates in their

transition to healthier, more stable lives.

If you have questions about this role specifically, please email

Administrative & Case Management Supervisor, Amberine Mowjee

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## Essential Functions

• Collaborate with a team of mental health clinicians in a supporting
  
  

role to provide case management and treatment coordination for

inmates with mental health needs.

• Assist in the development of discharge plans to ensure inmates have
  
  

access to appropriate community-based mental health services upon

release.

• Participate as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team,
  
  

addressing the complex needs of inmates with mental health and

medical concerns.

• Support the coordination of chronic care services for inmates,
  
  

ensuring ongoing mental health support.

• Address concerns from inmates and stakeholders, ensuring a
  
  

supportive and effective system for mental health care.

• Monitor inmates with state commitments and police holds, ensuring
  
  

proper documentation and coordination of their care and release.

• Perform other duties related to mental health case management as
  
  

assigned to include reporting statistics/scanning patient paperwork

and to work together as a cohesive unit with other members of the

Administrative and Case Management team.

## Job Requirements

• A bachelors degree in psychology, social science, criminal justice,
  
  

sociology, or a related field and/or a mix of relevant education and

experience.

• Knowledge of**community-based mental health services**and
  
  

local**community resources**is a plus.

• Experience working with individuals with mental health needs in a
  
  

correctional or similar environment.

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**

• Ability to maintain appropriate ethical boundaries while working
  
  

with inmates.

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills to work with clinicians and
  
  

other service providers.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the
  
  

ability to convey complex information clearly.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability
  
  

to work independently.

• A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism in all
  
  

interactions.

## Work Environment & Physical Demands

By joining our team, youll have the opportunity to directly impact the

mental health and well-being of individuals in need. Youll work

alongside a committed team, collaborating with experts in the field

while helping to provide much-needed support for inmates transitioning

to community-based care. If youre passionate about mental health and

ready for a rewarding challenge, wed love to hea r from you!