Case Manager

Harbor, Inc.; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbor, Inc. in Bowling Green, OH is seeking a Case Manager to support children and youth with serious emotional disturbances, adults with severe mental illness, and individuals with co-occurring disorders and their families.

This full-time role emphasizes accurate documentation, ISP development with clients and families, crisis prevention, service coordination, transportation logistics, and community resource connection.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma and 3 years of experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or closely related behavioral/mental health field preferred.
• Must be proficient and accurate in computer use, including Microsoft Word.
• Must successfully complete required training, before services are rendered, in basic competencies including, at a minimum, an understanding of mental illness or substance use disorder treatment and recovery, psychiatric and substance use disorder symptoms and their impact on functioning and behavior; how to therapeutically engage a person with mental illness or a person in substance use disorder treatment and recovery;; crisis response procedures; an understanding of the community behavioral health system, social service systems, criminal justice system and other healthcare systems; de-escalation techniques and understanding how your own behavior can impact the behavior of others.
• Must successfully demonstrate the basic competencies listed above, as determined by your supervisor’s review, within 90 days of hire.
• When applicable, non-licensed staff will be required to complete 20 hours of CEUs every 24 months.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and be deemed insurable through Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier.
• CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate and timely documentation which may include, but is not limited to: activity/progress notes, ISPs, DPS logs, incident report forms and any other forms necessary to document services.
• Assesses client needs and formulates a strength-based ISP in conjunction with the client, family and/or significant others.
• Crisis prevention & intervention
• Provides support, education and consultation to clients, families, and/or significant others.
• Monitors clients to identify and minimize effects of psychiatric symptoms.
• Assists the client and family in increasing social support skills and networks.
• Coordinates indicated evaluations and assessments by internal and/or external providers.
• Coordinates and monitors all services identified in the ISP.
• Provides assistance in gaining access to essential community resources.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Harbor is currently looking to add a Case Manager to our mental health team in Bowling Green. This position provides professional care to children and youth experiencing serious emotional disturbances (SED), adults experiencing a severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI), individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders (COD), and their families.

Position is full time.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma and 3 years of experience required. Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or closely related behavioral/mental health field preferred.
• Must be proficient and accurate in computer use, including Microsoft Word.
• Must successfully complete required training, before services are rendered, in basic competencies including, at a minimum, an understanding of mental illness or substance use disorder treatment and recovery, psychiatric and substance use disorder symptoms and their impact on functioning and behavior; how to therapeutically engage a person with mental illness or a person in substance use disorder treatment and recovery;; crisis response procedures; an understanding of the community behavioral health system, social service systems, criminal justice system and other healthcare systems; de-escalation techniques and understanding how your own behavior can impact the behavior of others.
• Must successfully demonstrate the basic competencies listed above, as determined by your supervisor’s review, within 90 days of hire.
• When applicable, non-licensed staff will be required to complete 20 hours of CEUs every 24 months.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and be deemed insurable through Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier.
• CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for accurate and timely documentation which may include, but is not limited to: activity/progress notes, ISPs, DPS logs, incident report forms and any other forms necessary to document services.
• Assesses client needs and formulates a strength-based ISP in conjunction with the client, family and/or significant others.
• Crisis prevention & intervention
• Provides support, education and consultation to clients, families, and/or significant others.
• Monitors clients to identify and minimize effects of psychiatric symptoms.
• Assists the client and family in increasing social support skills and networks.
• Coordinates indicated evaluations and assessments by internal and/or external providers.
• Coordinates and monitors all services identified in the ISP.
• Provides assistance in gaining access to essential community resources.

About Harbor:

• A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment forover 100 years
• 350+ clinical staffserve over24,000 clientsacross multiple locations and in the community each year
• Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, andmore!

Why Work for Harbor?

It is fast-paced and challenging, but you will have a lot of fun in the process. You will have the opportunity to meet other motivated individuals who are also making a positive impact at our company. Harbor is committed to investing our resources in you! Some benefits of working with Harbor include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
• Clinical supervision hours offered
• Ability to make a difference in your community!

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School Diploma + 3 Years Experience or better.

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Social Work.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CPI/NCI

CPR/First Aid

Drivers License

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