Case Manager I Bilingual

CRF – Celebrating 45 Years of Excellence in Behavioral Health Services in San Diego County!

Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and Tuesday, 10:00 am to 6:30 pm

Pay Rate: $25.50 to $27.50 per hour

Education: Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related field, such as Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling required.

Benefits:

• 19 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays per year
• Free clinical supervision and CEUs
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt; access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible individuals
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options; vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Free Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans

This is a hybrid position that combines elements of both Case Management and Employment Specialist duties.

As a Case Manager I, you will:

• Conduct needs assessments of new/returning clients; performs collateral interviews.
• Assist clients and families with SSI applications, obtaining housing, childcare, medical/dental appointments, and completing any other forms and applications as needed
• Assist clients with transportation, including how to use public transportation, learning routes, or providing rides.
• Provide individual and group psychosocial services and activities for clients and/or members of client’s family.
• Conduct employment assessments and assists clients in linkage to school, volunteering, or employment opportunities.
• Work with various businesses and agencies in the community to build relationships for the purpose of job development; helps clients build employer contacts.
• Attend community meetings related to vocational services
• Assist clients with developing educational, employment or vocational goals; continually monitor progress towards goals and supports client’s efforts toward self-sufficiency.
• Lead clients in employment readiness and employment support groups.
• Ensure services are in compliance with Work First philosophy.
• Develop relationships with Social Security Administration, Department of Rehabilitation, Employment Development Department, and other related resources for job development.
• Educate team members on vocational services so that they may increase the quality of services to clients.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Bilingual Spanish required for this position
• Minimum of 2 years of experience assisting hard-to-place populations, including severe mental illness, severe emotional disorder and WTW clients required
• Intermediate computer skills, including MS Office
• A valid California driver’s license in good standing, personal vehicle, proof of insurance and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

Step Forward Central is one of our Step Forward Programs that provide a full range of behavioral health services for CalWORKs/Welfare-to-Work participants and their families. We work on reducing barriers toward employment, and we help parents and guardians to become self-sufficient and thrive. Services are provided for adults and their families in a caring and respectful atmosphere, encouraging independence, initiative, and recovery.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County’s residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need assistance completing the application, please send an email to CRFCareers@comresearch.org

Case Manager I