Care Manager (Union)

Sanilac County Community Mental Health Authority; Sandusky (MI); On-site; USD 50,768 - 65,380; Full time

Job summary

Sanilac County Community Mental Health Authority is seeking a Care Manager (Union) to oversee case management for clients with developmental disabilities or mental illness. This role involves advocacy, coordination, and monitoring of services for a diverse caseload.

Responsibilities include gathering and reviewing client histories, conducting assessments, and ensuring the implementation of client treatment plans. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services and preferable licensure. Compensation ranges from $24.41 to $31.43 hourly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services from an accredited school.
• Minimum three years' experience with examination, evaluation, and treatment of SED children and families.
• Preferred licensure: RN, LLBSW, LBSW, LLMSW, LMSW, TLLP, LLP, LLPC, or LPC.

Responsibilities

• Gather and review medical, psychological, and social history to determine client needs.
• Serve as the primary advocate for clients and liaison with families.
• Conduct community outreach to prevent crisis situations.

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Case Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services

Job description

Position: Care Manager (Union) Position code: 26-39 Location: All Sites Work Hours: 40 HRS/WK Compensation Range: $24.41/HR to $31.43/HR Annual Salary: $50,768.19 to $65,380.60 Position Dates: ASAP Supervisor: Clinical Supervisor

Summary

This position is responsible for all functions of case management including advocacy, coordination, assessment, linking, and monitoring of services for an assigned caseload of individuals with a primary diagnosis of developmental disability or mental illness. Settings include the CMH office, home, and/or the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Gather and review medical, psychological, and social history to determine client needs and capabilities toward a least restrictive environment.
• Initiate and coordinate professional assessments, share and present assessment/treatment data as authorized and required for coordination with agencies, courts, and caretakers.
• Complete the person‑centered plan of service, periodic reviews of progress, and assure implementation of goals in residential, employment, education, and other settings.
• Serve as primary advocate for clients and primary liaison with families, guardians, caretakers, and involved agencies.
• Provide consultation, referral, and in‑services to staff, caretakers, families, and agencies as needed.
• Participate in placement planning, complete necessary forms, and coordinate residential treatment plans and visits.
• Conduct community outreach to individuals with a history of hospital recidivism to prevent crisis situations.
• Participate in after‑hours on‑call, crisis intervention, and other duties as assigned.
• Participate in evidence‑based practices such as DBT/IDDT/FPE/IPS.
• Provide care management services to veterans and their families as assigned.
• Complete OBRA assessments and provide OBRA coordination as directed by supervisor.
• Assist with grant requirements and ensure integrated health care needs are addressed.
• Coordinate and link to external services as a CCBHC Care Manager.
• Perform initial intakes as assigned by supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Children’s Care Manager

• Link and coordinate services such as school, probation, DHHS.
• Provide family psychoeducation.
• Participate in the BTC committee as needed for individuals.
• Work with populations 0‑21 years of age with SED or IDD Dx.

Adult Care Manager

• Link and coordinate services such as SS, probation, DHHS, MRS, jail services, etc.
• Provide family psychoeducation.
• Participate in the BTC committee as needed for individuals.

Behavioralist Care Manager

• Link and coordinate services.
• Provide behavioral intervention support to Residential Home system.
• Complete behavioral assessment, FBA, and behavioral plan in accordance with BTC regulations.
• Set up data collection methods for providers to monitor progress.
• Provide summaries or other means of communication to providers, treatment team members, and BTC on progress related to data measures.

Competencies for Professional Staff

• Take initiative and tackle difficult challenges.
• Self‑starter in attaining job objectives.
• Identify problems early and work to resolve them.
• Plan and organize work activities, use time efficiently.
• Organize and carry out job tasks in a timely manner.
• Understand job expectations and expand knowledge and skills.
• Be enthusiastic about the Agency’s Mission and positively influence co‑workers.
• Follow Agency policies and procedures and suggest improvements.
• Make sound decisions and take actions based on careful reasoning.
• Treat all people with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrate expected morals and principles.
• Take responsibility for actions and follow through on commitments.
• Work cooperatively and effectively as part of a team.
• Communicate constructively, respectfully, and clearly.
• Be cost conscious and proficient in job functions.

Qualifications Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services from an accredited school.
• Preferred licensure: RN, LLBSW, LBSW, LLMSW, LMSW, TLLP, LLP, LLPC, or LPC. SST licensure for Medicaid compliance. BCaBA required for Care Manager‑Behavioralist.
• Qualification as QMHP, QIDP, or CMHP where appropriate for population served.
• Veteran status required when working with Veterans; for children work, 40 hours of Children’s training per year and CAFAS rater certification.
• Minimum three years’ experience with examination, evaluation, and treatment of SED children and families.
• Substance license preferred; encouraged to pursue MCBAP development plan.

Language Skills

Read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; present information effectively to managers, clients, customers, and the public.

Mathematical Skills

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Apply common sense to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form; handle problems involving multiple concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of word processing software; recommended typing speed of 45 wpm.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid chauffeur’s license if transporting individuals receiving services.

Physical Demands

Regularly sit, talk, and hear; occasionally stand, walk, handle objects, and lift up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

Work Environment

Moderate noise level; may travel to outside meetings or homes; exposure to outside weather conditions.

EEO Statement

Sanilac County CMH follows the laws and policies of the United States, the State of Michigan, and Sanilac County. Equal Employment Opportunities are guaranteed to all employees and applicants.