Case Manager

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Rochelle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Vacation Time

Sick Time

401k Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Licensure Exam Prep

Job summary

CarePlus NJ, Inc. in Bergen County is seeking a Case Manager for Healthy Families. You will provide in-home education and supportive services to new and expectant parents, focusing on families at risk of child abuse and neglect.

You will conduct prenatal and postnatal screenings, complete assessments, and deliver long-term prevention services including case management, home visits, calls, and parent support groups. This role requires Spanish language communication and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a mental health-related field.
• Must communicate with clients in Spanish.
• Valid driver’s license and must be insurable by the agency's automobile insurance

Responsibilities

• Facilitate psycho-educational services for consumers and their family members on wellness topics.
• Engage in supportive counseling, crisis intervention, and offer on-site as well as outreach services (including transport).
• Communicate observations and information about the consumer in the service record and to team members.
• Participate in the assessment and evaluation of consumers at intake/admissions, during ongoing recovery/service delivery, and at discharge.
• Collaborate with team and providers to establish bio-psycho-social assessments and care plans and participate in quality assurance.
• Provide input into consumer-centered care plans in collaboration with team members.
• Work with administrative staff to ensure services are documented based on billing and regulatory standards; collect consumer information and demographics.
• Depending on scheduling, may occasionally work outside regular hours.

Skills

Spanish language

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Bergen County
On-site: M-F 35-hour work week
Hourly: $23

What We Offer:

• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
• Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick time
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 401k Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program
• Licensure Exam Prep Resources (guarantee to pass)

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary:

As a Case Manager for Healthy Families, you will provide in-home education and supportive services to new and expectant parents in Bergen and Hudson Counties, especially those families overburdened by stressors placing them at risk of child abuse and neglect. In this role, you will provide prenatal/post-natal screenings, assessment, and long-term direct prevention services including case management, intensive home visits, telephone calls, and monthly support groups for parents referred by the board of social services.

What You Will Do:

• Facilitate and coordinate psycho-educational services (including groups) for consumers and their family members on a variety of topics relating to wellness
• Engage in supportive counseling, crisis intervention, and offer on-site as well as outreach services (including transport of consumers)
• Communicate observations and information about the consumer in the consumer's service record and to team members
• Participate in the assessment and evaluation of consumers at intake/admissions, during ongoing recovery/service delivery, and at discharge
• Collaborate with team and collaborative treatment providers to establish comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments and care plans and participate in quality assurance activities.
• Provide input into formulating consumer-centered care plans in collaboration with team members.
• Work with administrative staff to ensure that all services are documented based on billing and regulatory standards; collect consumer information and reflect all demographic data.
• Depending on the scheduling and needs of clients, staff may occasionally be required to work outside of regular business hours, including later hours as needed.

What We Are Looking For:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience in a mental health-related field.
• Must be able to communicate with clients in their native language (Spanish)
• A valid driver's license and must be insurable by the agency's automobile insurance

Don't believe you meet all the preferred requirements?

Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.?

Who Are We?

CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be-a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.

Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.