Behavioral Health Case Worker - Client Advocate

ACCESS; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCESS is seeking a Case Worker Behavioral Health to provide intake, crisis intervention and a broad range of social work services to individuals, families, and groups in a behavioral health setting. The role emphasizes client assessment, referrals, documentation, and adherence to program policies.

Responsibilities include engaging clients in goal development, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring confidentiality, and maintaining records under state and federal guidelines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and best practices.
• Familiarity with community resources and social services agencies.
• Understanding of program policies and funding rules.
• Proficiency with standard office software and data systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and crisis intervention for clients seeking services.
• Assessments may occur at ACCESS sites, clients’ homes, schools or community locations.
• Connect clients to services and resources and document activities accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with funding and CARF requirements.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Community resources

Policy navigation

Microsoft Office

Active listening

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CHAMPS

Michigan Single Sign-On

Job description

ACCESS is seeking a Case Worker Behavioral Health to provide intake, crisis intervention and a broad range of social work services to individuals, families, and groups in a behavioral health setting. The role emphasizes client assessment, referrals, documentation, and adherence to program policies.

Responsibilities include engaging clients in goal development, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring confidentiality, and maintaining records under state and federal guidelines.