Behavioral Health Case Manager

Childrens Home Society of Florida; Lakeland, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO and holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Childrens Home Society of Florida is seeking a Behavioral Health Case Manager to assess client needs, coordinate services, and document plans and progress. This full-time role supports children and families across Florida with compassionate, strengths-based care.

Responsibilities include planning, referrals, in-home visits, and Medicaid billing, while maintaining confidential records and collaborating with professionals to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field is required.
• Florida Driver’s License within 30 days from hire is required.
• One year full-time or equivalent experience working with severely emotionally disturbed children is required.
• AHCA-approved mental health targeted case management training within three months of initially providing Medicaid services is required.
• Certified Case Manager Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services (information, plan referral and linkages) as needed.
• Provide in-home services to clients.
• Complete required assessments.
• Assist and counsel clients by delineating alternatives, identifying goals and providing needed information.
• Develop and maintain client records and program documentation according to contract and CHS standards (assessments, service plans, progress notes, termination summaries, etc.)
• Coordinate and advocate for services, working with other professionals and para-professionals.
• Complete documentation needed to bill Medicaid.

Skills

Driver's license

Experience with emotionally disturbed"

Education

Bachelor's degree in Counseling or related human services field

Tools

AHCA Targeted Case Management Training

Certified Case Manager Certification

Job description

$250 upon 90 day completion and $250 after completing twelve months! **

Full Time - $20.19 hour

Every Child. Every Dream. Every Future

At CHS, we create spaces where every child and family is supported and has access to the opportunities they need to pursue their dreams. Together, we’re building strong, safe and stable homes for children. And we’re helping children throughout Florida realize their full potential.

Join our team and embark upon a career that changes lives – including yours!

As a Behavioral Health Case Manager, they assess client and family needs and coordinates provision of necessary services and/or treatment. Overall, the Behavioral Health Case Manager contributes to the CHS high performance culture by exhibiting our values and providing quality results that keep CHS as the premier provider of child, family and behavioral health support services.

Why Join CHS?

• Mission-driven: We are building bridges to success.
• Your Experience Counts:We value the knowledge and insight you bring.
• Flexibility for Work-Life Balance: Full‑and part‑time options.
• Supportive Environment:Work with a collaborative team that encourages connection.
• Professional Development:Access ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Great Compensation & Benefits:Comprehensive benefits, generous PTO and holidays, and a robust 403(b).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide case management services (information, plan referral and linkages) as needed.
• Provide in-home services to clients.
• Complete required assessments.
• Assist and counsel clients by delineating alternatives, identifying goals and providing needed information.
• Develop and maintain client records and program documentation according to contract and CHS standards (assessments, service plans, progress notes, termination summaries, etc.)
• Coordinate and advocate for services, working with other professionals and para-professionals.
• Complete documentation needed to bill Medicaid.

What We’re Looking For

Job Qualifications Experiences:

• Bachelor's degree with a major in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Special Education, Health Education, or a human services related field from an accredited university, required.
• Florida Driver’s License within 30 days from hire with daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle, required.

Experience:

• With a major in a human services related field, one year full time or equivalent experience working with severely emotionally disturbed children, required.
• With a major in a non-human services related field, three years full time or equivalent experience
• Successful completion of AHCA-approved mental health targeted case management training within three months of initially providing Medicaid services, required
• Must successfully complete the Certified Case Manager Certification as specified, required

Skills and Abilities:

• Planning, organization and time management, oral and written communication.
• Ability to work primarily Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with flexibility to work outside standard hours as needed to complete home visits or attend required activities.
• Interpersonal relationship building, collaboration, teamwork.
• Computer systems and MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Handle stressful, sensitive situations; preserve confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Interact effectively with children/families from all backgrounds, being sensitive to service population’s cultural/socioeconomic characteristics.
• Demonstrate the behaviors of our CHS Common Bond Values.

Reimagining what's possible for Florida's children.

All applicants are subject to background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). For more information, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

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***The bonus will be paid in two installments with the first being after successful completion of your 90-day orientation period and the second installment being after your 12 months of service. This sign-on bonus is taxable; all regular payroll taxes will be withheld. In the event that you leave CHS within 12 months of your date of hire, you will be responsible for reimbursing CHS for the sign-on bonus at a pro-rated amount.