ACT Case Manager - Community Mental Health Liaison

BestSelf; City of Dunkirk (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health insurance options

Career growth and advancement

Student loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

BestSelf Behavioral Health seeks an ACT Case Manager to carry out rehabilitation and support functions, coordinating treatment plans and services for adults with severe mental illness in Chautauqua County. You will work under clinical supervision, providing case management, crisis intervention, and community-based supports.

The role involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, court attendance, and ensuring client progress documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human service field and at least two years' experience as a case manager with severely mentally-ill individuals.
• Able to recognize and manage client crises; demonstrates creativity in service delivery and planning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement case management activities.
• Consult with Program Director and psychiatrist on treatment responses.
• Provide ADL/mobility, money management training; participate in Morning Meetings.
• Liaise with brokers for specialty services and document progress.
• Manage client charts and develop initial and ongoing treatment plans.
• Transport clients when needed and work in clients’ natural environment.
• Assist clients in accessing supports to maintain community stability.
• Undergo lethality and mental status assessments; participate in 24-hour on-call rotation.

Skills

Crisis recognition

Resource knowledge

Creative service delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

BestSelf Behavioral Health seeks an ACT Case Manager to carry out rehabilitation and support functions, coordinating treatment plans and services for adults with severe mental illness in Chautauqua County. You will work under clinical supervision, providing case management, crisis intervention, and community-based supports.

The role involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, court attendance, and ensuring client progress documentation.