What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager- ACT position at Southeast Healthcare?
Specialty Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Case Manager needed to join the team providing support to individuals in a community setting. In this role, there is an emphasis on creating interventions that are strength-based and focused on promoting recovery, symptom reduction, increased coping skills, and achievement of the highest level of functioning for the patient in the community.
Responsibilities:
- Provide community-based services to support patients in managing severe and persistent mental illness.
- Develop and connect patients to resources that aid in their recovery, such as housing, healthcare, and employment.
- Advocate for patients’ rights and needs.
- Promote and encourage healthy lifestyle choices, focusing on both physical and mental health.
- Offer crisis intervention in emergencies to de-escalate situations and ensure patient safety.
- Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create and implement individualized treatment plans to meet specific patient goals.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure successful goal achievement.
- Maintain monthly productivity expectation and up-to-date records of patient progress, treatment plans, and interactions.
Qualifications:
Requirements:
- Minimum of AA/BA required; LSW/LPC, CCDCII or II strongly preferred.
- Experience with SPMI and/or SUD population preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
- Knowledge of community resources and healthcare services.
- Valid driver's license and insurance.
As a healthcare provider, Southeast Healthcare is a non-smoking employer. Staff members are required to be vaccinated for the flu (medical and religious exemptions may be requested during the hiring process).
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