Case Manager

Mental Health Association; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 39,600 - 48,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical coverage

Generous 401(k) match

Paid holidays and sick time

Job summary

Mental Health Association is seeking a full-time Case Manager for the Prospect House Team in East Orange, NJ. The position focuses on implementing programs for individuals with mental illness, planning therapy groups, and providing comprehensive case management services.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including fully paid medical coverage and a generous 401(k) match. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field or relevant experience.
• Relevant professional credential such as Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner.
• Computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Partial Care Program to support individuals with mental illness.
• Plan and facilitate therapy and coping groups.
• Provide case management services including medical and financial coordination.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

Relevant professional credential

Job description

MHA promotes mental health and total wellness for individuals facing challenges associated with mental illness and addiction recovery. We increase community awareness while enhancing mental well‑being through advocacy, education, prevention, treatment, and services.

Position Overview

MHA is seeking a full‑time Case Manager to join the Prospect House Team! Be a part of the team that makes a difference in the lives of our consumers.

Benefits of working at the Mental Health Association

• Joining the staff of supportive and team‑oriented individuals
• MHA is an approved site for the New Jersey Behavioral Healthcare Provider Loan Redemption Program
• Excellent benefits package available
• Retention incentive provided after completion of 6‑month anniversary

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a human services field, or an associate’s degree and two years’ experience in providing human services, or five years of human service experience, or possess a relevant professional credential such as Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner, baccalaureate degree in social work, certified rehabilitation counselor, certified alcohol and drug counselor, bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation, or bachelor of science in nursing
• Computer literacy required

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily implementation of the Partial Care Program, in collaboration with staff, supervisors and members, to provide partial care services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, and to enhance community functioning
• Plan and facilitate therapy, coping, activity and psycho‑educational groups to enhance social skills and promote relapse prevention and independent living
• Collaborate with members and staff to accomplish psycho‑social goals and tasks of the unit
• Provide milieu management and participate in unit trips including van driving
• Provide evening, weekend and holiday social program coverage as required by program needs
• Provide case management services for members as assigned, including coordination of medical, psychiatric, financial, residential, social and legal needs of assigned members
• Regular goal‑setting with members and crisis intervention
• Assist members to obtain entitlements, especially Medicaid/Medicare and food stamps
• Obtain medical records
• Liaison with family, boarding home staff and local agencies which serve the elderly
• Consult regularly with the Prospect House program psychiatrists and provide consumer advocacy and outreach
• Arrange transportation services and provide transportation as needed
• Maintain electronic clinical records including case notes, treatment planning, outcome data and other reports as required by funding sources
• Collaborate with Program Director and Unit Leader to develop programs to promote growth and expansion of services, select supplies and materials, research new program methods and activities
• Maintain contact with other programs for information sharing, referrals and public relations
• Input into weekly scheduling of staff
• Participate in computer training and outreach/marketing efforts as required
• Meet all expected productivity levels in regard to direct service provision to consumers
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director

Compensation and Reporting

Annual base rate: $44,000. Reports to Program Director and Program Coordinator.

Fully paid medical coverage for eligible staff. Generous 401(k) match. Plentiful paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick time.

MHAEM is a proud equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MHAEM’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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