Wellness Case Manager (Temp)

Job Description

Wellness Case Manager

This temporary role is expected to continue through August 31, 2026, at which time the assignment will end.

POSITION TYPE: Case Manager – Full Time Non-Exempt

DESCRIPTION:   The Wellness Case Manager is responsible for providing comprehensive case management for people with mental illness and providing specialized support for Access Center staff regarding clients with mental illness.

REPORTS TO:    Hospital Liaison/Case Management Supervisor

SALARY:            $24.00

Duties and Responsibilities:

• *Provide on-going support and case management expertise to homeless persons;
• *Work with clients to develop individualized case management plans;
• *Ensure that all client case management plans address identified needs and are up-to-date;
• *Continually monitor and evaluate each client’s progression through their case management plan, and develop corrective action revisions to the plan as needed;
• Maintain accurate documentation of service objectives and outcomes as well as other services in accordance with Federal, State, County and Ascencia guidelines;
• *Assist clients in obtaining necessary resources to achieve case management goals;
• *Actively participate in client-related meetings and trainings;
• *Attend program-related community, coalition and committee meetings as assigned;
• *Maintain client related data systems, including case notes and complete HMIS entries;
• *Prepare case management related reports including but not limited to: outcomes, successes, etc;
• *Adheres to strict boundaries and professional ethics in the care of others;
• *Conducts crisis intervention as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements for this Position:

• Four year degree in human services, or MFT, MSW, or comparable combination of education/work related experience preferred;
• Experience in social service setting with working knowledge of case management systems and planning techniques;
• Knowledge of mental illness along with related resources and the Continuum of Care for homeless persons;
• Experience working with homeless individuals and families a preferred;
• Must be proficient in the following computer applications--Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Must have own transportation to conduct job related travel and must be able to drive agency vehic
• Must meet insurance carrier’s requirements for approval to drive.
• Must possess a valid driver license;
• I have read and understand the duties and essential functions of the position and can perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Working Conditions and Office Setting Description

• Some travel required field locations to facilitate execution of responsibilities. Must maintain a current driver’s license and valid auto insurance with a minimum of state required levels
• Requires prolonged sitting, standing, frequent bending, stooping and stretching
• Some lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required
• Frequent and prolonged typing, as well as operation of a computer.  Use of keyboards and phones required

Other Conditions

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. 

EEO Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, disability status, age, protected veteran status and any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  Employee signature below constitutes understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the job. 

I have read and understand the duties and essential functions of the position and can perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Applicant Offer Letter Acceptance Disclaimer: 

"I have read and understand the duties and essential functions of the position and can perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodation.  By accepting this offer letter, I understand the offer letter constitutes the entire employment offer made by Ascencia and is dependent upon the successful completion/results of all Pre-Employment Authorization Forms.  I understand that I will be provided the Ascencia Employee Handbook on the first day I report to work.  I also understand that Ascencia will provide an electronic version of Ascencia Employee Handbook to me prior to my first day should I request it.  I understand that my employment relationship with Ascencia is "at will".  This means that I have the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason.  Likewise, Ascencia has the right to terminate my employment with or without cause, at any time, with or without notice, with or without any specific procedures, and for any reason.  I understand that the Ascencia Employee Handbook, the offer letter, and any representations by Ascencia do not create an employment contract and do not alter this employment at will relationship.  I understand that no Ascencia Officer, Manager or Supervisor is authorized to offer me any oral contract of employment."  

Salary : $24