Case Manager

Newport County Community Mental Health Center; Middletown (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks PTO to start

Up to 11 paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness resources

Job summary

Newport Mental Health is seeking an experienced Case Manager in Middletown, CA to support adults with intensive treatment. You will engage clients, coordinate care, and help reduce barriers to positive outcomes as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires an associate’s degree (bachelor’s preferred) and 2+ years in human services, with a valid driver’s license and strong communication and organizational skills. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in the Human Services field preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily team meetings to review client visits, concerns, and coordinate care.
• Attend meetings with clients to assist with developing recovery goals with plans to overcome potential obstacles.
• Provide support with understanding medications and find solutions to challenges such as transportation to appointments, grocery shopping or communication with Social Security for benefits.
• Communicate with client families and support members as part of the client’s recovery plan.
• Ensure client housing needs are stable, including facilitating applications with Housing Authorities.
• Participate in individual or group supervision for therapeutic and problem-solving techniques.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Collaborative teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Case Manager

Salary Range: $52,000 to $63,000 annually

WHY JOIN NEWPORT MENTAL HEALTH?

At Newport Mental Health, we invest in our employees by offering competitive pay, exceptional time-off benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.

What We Offer…

• 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) to start, with additional PTO for Director-level roles
• Up to 11 paid holidays each year
• 1 paid Flex Holiday each year
• Separate paid personal days
• Separate paid sick time
• $3,000 annual bilingual pay incentive
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

*Benefits and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours, and employment status; additional criteria may apply to certain benefits and incentives.

WHO WE ARE…

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.

For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) …

We are seeking an experienced Case Manager to join our team. The Case Manager is responsible for actively engaging and collaborating with clients to reduce barriers and support positive outcomes in critical areas of life. The Case Manager will manage a caseload of adults ages 18 and older who require intensive treatment. Clients commonly have severe and persistent mental illness.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in daily team meetings to review client visits, concerns, and coordinate care.
• Attend meetings with clients to assist with developing recovery goals with plans to overcome potential obstacles.
• Provide support with understanding medications and find solutions to challenges such as transportation to appointments, grocery shopping or communication with Social Security for benefits.
• Communicate with client families and support members as part of the client’s recovery plan.
• Ensure client housing needs are stable, including facilitating applications with Housing Authorities.
• Participate in individual or group supervision for therapeutic and problem-solving techniques.

Requirements

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU…

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Degree in Human Services field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in the Human Services field preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation to travel to facilities across the area.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, independent, and adaptable in dynamic work environments.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work well within multidisciplinary teams.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to apply critical thinking in client care situations.

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.