Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Targeted Case Manager (TCM)

Wellspringky; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a transformative team dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with serious mental illness. As an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Targeted Case Manager, you will play a crucial role in helping clients transition from homelessness to stable housing while addressing their complex needs through a person-centered approach. This position not only requires a strong belief in recovery but also offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. You'll work closely with a multi-disciplinary team, providing essential support and advocacy for clients, ensuring they receive the resources and care they need. If you're passionate about mental health and eager to help others, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and Long-term Disability

401(K) Retirement plan with employer match

Generous paid holidays and vacation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a relevant field or Master's degree required.
• 1+ year experience with adults with serious mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in accessing medical and social services.
• Travel for home visits and connect clients with resources.
• Collaborate with landlords and advocate for client needs.

Skills

Empathy

Crisis Intervention

Medication Management

Social Services Knowledge

Community Resource Connection

Education

BA or BS in Psychology or Social Work

Master's Degree in Related Field

Tools

Personal Vehicle

Job description

Wellspring Agency Overview:

Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville. Serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community, Wellspring is a pillar of hope. We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, housing, & employment services. We believe recovery is possible for all people with psychiatric disabilities.

Wellspring’s recovery-oriented programming incorporates person-centered care & utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach. We provide high quality housing assuring opportunities for community integration that enhances our neighborhoods.

Wellspring’s success depends on qualified & dedicated staff; those committed to providing excellent service to our clients, each other, & the community. We value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and encourage all people to join us.

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Wellspring is transforming the lives of people with serious mental illness who have been chronically homeless with a team of professionals dedicated to the most effective treatments. First, the ACT team moves people who have experienced chronic homelessness from the streets to affordable housing and then addresses each individual’s complex needs using a best-practice, person-centered approach to restore skills, rebuild lives and maintain housing. The ACT team wraps each individual with intensive services of a medical team, housing and behavioral health.

ACT Targeted Case Manager (TCM) Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist clients in gaining access to medical, social, educational and other support services.
• Develop and facilitate the pursuit of individualized recovery goals via assessment, connecting to resources and monitoring progress.
• Travel throughout the community conducting home visits and connecting clients with resources and services.
• Collaborate with landlords and other community partners, advocating for client needs and rights.
• Assist clients in locating, applying for, and moving into housing.
• Assist clients with illness management, medication management, and independent living skills, providing crisis intervention as needed.
• Assist clients with their engagement in physical, mental health, and addiction treatment, ensuring uninterrupted provision of care.
• Participate and actively engage in weekly / monthly / quarterly staff meetings, on call rotations, and collaborate daily with Wellspring clinical and program staff as well as other providers and sources of support.

The ideal ACT team candidate will have a belief in recovery from mental illness and an enthusiasm for helping persons with disabilities, rooted in empathy and compassion and demonstrating a careful and caring attitude.

ACT TCM Qualifications and Requirements:

• A personal vehicle is required as the ACT TCM will be responsible for traveling between work sites and transporting clients to regular appointments.
• KY TCM Training.
• BA or BS in field recognized by DBHDID for TCM: psychology, social work or related field and at least one year post Bachelor's working full-time with adults with serious mental illness OR Master's Degree in related field.

Salary / Other Benefits:

• $42,000 - $50,000.
• Compensation for on-call rotations.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.

What you will receive as a full-time team member at Wellspring:

At Wellspring, we offer more than 40 hours and a paycheck. We change the lives of our clients and colleagues every day. Be an even bigger force for good in the world: complete your application today! Wellspring offers great benefits for full-time employees and their families. These benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and Long-term Disability.
• Option for a 401(K) Retirement plan with employer match.
• Generous paid holidays and vacation.
• Other benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and more.