Behavioral Health Case Manager

City of Laredo; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Laredo is seeking a case management specialist to provide social services support and education to clients regarding mental health, coordinating with the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and medical team to assure the continuum of care, wellness, and prevention on improving healthier outcomes.

You will develop case management plans, assist clients in accessing eligible services, and maintain strict confidentiality of behavioral health progress, while advocating for clients' rights

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• At least three (3) years of experience in casework management or a related field.
• Valid Texas Driver License and ability to meet driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management intervention social services.
• Evaluates and conducts assessments using standardized tools.
• Engages in harm reduction counseling related to substance use/abuse, sexual health risks, and mental health.
• Enters behavioral health related data into electronic database.
• Generates program level reports on project activities.
• Advocates for clients (rights) within the community.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Confidentiality HIPAA

Multitasking

Spanish language

Driver license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

City of Laredo is seeking a case management specialist to provide social services support and education to clients regarding mental health, coordinating with the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and medical team to assure the continuum of care, wellness, and prevention on improving healthier outcomes.

You will develop case management plans, assist clients in accessing eligible services, and maintain strict confidentiality of behavioral health progress, while advocating for clients' rights