What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at People Encouraging People?
POSITION OVERVIEW: Responsible for assessing clients’ needs and capabilities and assisting clients as they work towards their goals. Complete annual assessments, reassessments, and individualized service plans. Help ensure a smooth transition into their communities. Establish linkages to needed resources including, but not limited to medical care, vocational services, entitlements, legal assistance, housing, and family services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- On behalf of clients, commit to being truthful and earnest, demonstrating fair and human respect in communication with family, significant others, and representatives.
- Assist clients in receiving and maintaining entitlements.
- Monitor progression toward client goal attainment.
- Performs crisis intervention as needed.
- Seeks housing placements for clients as needed.
- Use creativity, judgement, and teamwork to address client concerns.
- Provide referral, intake, and orientation processes with new clients.
- Accompany clients to appointments as needed.
- Always create positive and enjoyable interactions with clients.
- Timely and accurate reporting of all documentation, treatment plans, contact notes, and any other documentation assigned.
EDUCATIONAL & JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in mental health or related field.
- 1 year of work experience in mental health or related field
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Provide flexibility to meet client needs.
- Ability to succeed in a team environment.
Salary : $39,000 - $42,000