Case Manager

mentalhealthassociation; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical coverage

Genrous 401(k) match

Paid holidays, vacation, personal and?

Job summary

Mental Health Association seeks a Case Manager to join the Assisted Outpatient Treatment Services team in Morris County, NJ. You will monitor court-ordered treatment, develop treatment plans, coordinate services, and assist with entitlements and healthcare integration.

Position requires a Master’s degree in social work or related field, with experience in severe mental illness, and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field may be considered with demonstrated experience with severe mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing monitoring of individuals in the AOT program to ensure compliance with each court order.
• Conduct intake assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans for individuals in AOT program; oversee all program services and procedures.
• Communicate observations and information regarding each individual to the AOT Director, AOT Psychiatrist, and treatment team.
• Provide linkage and service coordination to individuals to appropriate court-ordered treatment modalities.
• Assist with case management needs, including obtaining entitlements such as Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, Welfare, Food-stamps, and Section 8.
• Assist with integration of mental and physical healthcare and developing a Psychiatric Advance Directive if identified.
• Supervise and organize recreational/social activities.
• Provide transportation, support counseling, crisis intervention as needed.
• Meet productivity levels for direct service provisions; document in progress notes.
• Establish ongoing therapeutic relationships and maintain caseload as capable.
• Monitor service delivery to meet changing needs of participants.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the AOT Director.

Skills

Case management

Flexible schedule

Evenings/weekends availability

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in social work or related field

Bachelor's degree in related field (considered with experience)

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.

MHA is seeking a Case manager to join our Assisted Outpatient Treatment Services Team operating out of Morris County ! 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:

Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or a related field and experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness is preferred.A Bachelor’s degree in a related field may be considered if accompanied by demonstrated experience in working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.Able to work a flexible schedule, evenings, weekend and holiday hours. Able to work one evening night per week (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM).Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities:

• Provide on-going monitoring of individuals in the AOT program to ensure compliance with each court order.
• Conduct intake assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans for individuals involved in AOT program. Oversee all program services and procedures.
• Communicate observations and information regarding each individual to the AOT Director, AOT Psychiatrist, and treatment team.
• Provide linkage and service coordination to individuals to appropriate/court order treatment modalities.
• Assist with case management needs, including, but not limited to: obtaining public entitlement and benefits such as Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, Welfare, Food-stamps and Section 8.
• Assist with the integration of mental and physical healthcare and developing a Psychiatric Advance Directive, if identified.
• Supervise, organize and support recreational and/or socialization activities.
• Provide transportation, support counseling, crisis intervention services as needed.
• Meet all expected productivity levels, in regard to direct service provisions to consumers.
• Document observation, information, and services in progress notes.
• Establish and maintain an ongoing therapeutic relationship and case load as skill level permits.
• Monitors service delivery to meet program participants changing needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the AOT Director.

Reports to

Program Director - Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program

Annual Base Rate : $45,650 - $47,300

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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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