Adolescent Outpatient Addiction Services Case Manager

Jocogov; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Government in Kansas is seeking a Children's Case Manager to support youth ages 12-18 with SED and SUD at the Olathe Mental Health office. Evening availability is required as part of the AOAS treatment team.

This role emphasizes assessments, planning, coordination with community resources, and documentation to track progress in a community-based setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field is required.
• KS/MO driver’s license may be required.
• Experience may substitute for degree.
• Johnson County requires reference/background screening for all positions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of individuals to identify needs and determine service eligibility.
• Develop plans and coordinate with community agencies to address needs.
• Provide services for a designated caseload and facilitate group meetings and transportation as needed.
• Complete and submit documentation and evaluate progress against goals.

Skills

Case management

Assessment & planning

Interagency coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Johnson County Mental Health is looking for qualified candidates to fill a Children's Case Manager position at our Olathe Mental Health office. Case Managers work as part of the Adolescent Outpatient Addiction Services (AOAS) treatment team in the Pediatric Services Division, providing services to support children, ages 12-18, with Severe Emotional Disabilities (SED) and Substance Use Disorders (SUD). Evening availability is required and the schedule will vary based on the needs of the children served. Posting will remain open until filled. First review of applications will begin July 20th.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct assessments of individuals' background and applicable circumstances to identify needs and/or determine service eligibility; interpret and communicate relevant information to individuals, families, and other stakeholders.
• Develop plans to address the needs of individuals in single or multiple areas of focus; network with other community agencies to research and coordinate a variety of resources and services to address short term intensive or long term individual needs; encourage the establishment and maintenance of support systems; consult and collaborate with other providers in the development, implementation and review of plans.
• Provide a variety of services for a designated caseload of individuals with multifaceted and/or ongoing needs; ensure services provided are consistent with individual plans; initiate and attend individual and/or group meetings and provide services in a community-based setting; provide transportation of individuals according to the needs identified in plans; organize and facilitate skill development and support groups.
• Complete and submit documentation regarding services provided; evaluate and document individuals' progress according to measurable goals; review quality and effectiveness of services provided.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field is required.
• May require KS/MO driver’s license, depending on department or agency.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• One year of related work experience is preferred.

Education/Experience Substitutions:

• Experience may be substituted for degree. Education may be substituted for experience.
• In some instances, statutory or regulatory requirements may prohibit substitution of education and/or experience.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

• All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.