Care Manager & Family Advocate

Sanilac County Community Mental Health; Sandusky (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanilac County CMH is seeking a Care Manager to coordinate case management for individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illness. The role includes advocacy, assessment coordination, linking, and monitoring across office, home, and community settings.

Located at Ehardt/Children's/Administrative/Croswell Site in Michigan, the position requires a Bachelor's in Human Services and may require licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services required.
• Preferred licensure: RN, LLBSW, LBSW, LLMSW, LMSW, TLLP, LLP, LLPC, or LPC.
• SST licensure for Medicaid requirements; BCaBA for Care Manager-Behavioralist.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and reviews medical, psychological, and social history to determine needs and services.
• Initiates and coordinates professional assessments and shares data with agencies and caretakers.
• Completes person-centered plan of service and reviews progress, coordinating across residential, employment, school, and other settings.
• Acts as primary advocate and liaison with families, guardians, and involved agencies.
• Provides consultation, referrals, and training to staff and caretakers.
• Performs initial intake and coordinates placement services and monitoring of placements.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Job description

Sanilac County CMH is seeking a Care Manager to coordinate case management for individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illness. The role includes advocacy, assessment coordination, linking, and monitoring across office, home, and community settings.

Located at Ehardt/Children's/Administrative/Croswell Site in Michigan, the position requires a Bachelor's in Human Services and may require licensure.