Behavioral Health Case Manager – Discharge & Aftercare

Highland Rivers Health; Cedartown (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays & Personal Day

Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health in Georgia is seeking a Case Manager to provide direct care and support for adults in crisis. The role includes developing discharge plans, linking to aftercare services, and assisting with follow-up to improve engagement in aftercare and reduce readmission.

The Case Manager will collect intake information, coordinate with treatment teams, and help identify strengths and needs to support individualized aftercare plans within the Transitional Bed Unit (T-Bed

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with identifying aftercare needs and developing a discharge plan through interviews with the individual and family when appropriate, the treatment team and clinical staff.
• Participate in treatment team to assist with discharge planning needs
• Provide linkage to aftercare services by arranging appointments, transportation and supports.
• Provide follow up and assistance to improve engagement in aftercare services and reduce recidivism.
• Monitor the individual's physical and emotional wellbeing and report unusual behavior or physical complaints to direct supervisor or Charge Nurse.
• Assist in the admission and discharge process, including obtaining vital signs, safety search of individual and his/her personal belongings as well as orienting new individuals to the unit.
• Maintain clinical records and documentation according to agency policies
• Assist in prevention and managing crisis situations; respond appropriately to crisis situations that may involve physical intervention including the use of seclusion/restraint
• Provides direct care for individuals as needed
• Transport individuals to approved designated location at discharge
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health in Georgia is seeking a Case Manager to provide direct care and support for adults in crisis. The role includes developing discharge plans, linking to aftercare services, and assisting with follow-up to improve engagement in aftercare and reduce readmission.

The Case Manager will collect intake information, coordinate with treatment teams, and help identify strengths and needs to support individualized aftercare plans within the Transitional Bed Unit (T-Bed