Case Manager - CSS

Bridges Healthcare, Inc.; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive union-scale pay

Medical and dental with employer-contt

403(b) with employer contribution

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Bridges Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Case Manager in our Community Support Program. The position is full time at 35 hours per week, with an hourly wage of $22.46–$28.87 depending on experience.

Benefits include medical/dental with employer contribution, a 403(b) plan, life insurance, and paid time off. Join a leading behavioral health services provider committed to empowering clients and connecting them to community resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, human services preferred.
• Flex schedule required as needed.
• Knowledge of behavioral health issues and community integration.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate recovery-focused activities to motivate consumers toward improved quality of life.
• Assist consumers in crisis planning and advanced directives for emergencies.
• Provide advocacy and education on treatment barriers and stigma.
• Network and collaborate with community resources and providers.
• Assist in the development of consumer's treatment plan.
• Maintain client records.
• Assist in the development of program and client budgets.
• Supervise, coach and provide guidance to supervisees.
• Perform other department or agency related duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Behavioral health knowledge

Communication

Documentation

Computer literacy

Prioritize & organize

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

CPR/First Aid certification or willingness

Valid driver's license

Job description

Bridges Healthcare, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Case Manager in our Community Support Program

$22.46 - $28.87 per hour, commensurate of experience

Full time/35 hour work week

Benefits For The Positions Include

• Competitive pay on a union scale commensurate with your position and experience
• Medical and Dental with significant employer contribution to the premiums and HSA (if chosen as your plan)
• 403(b) with a generous employer contribution
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation with 15 days to start, paid personal days, paid sick time, paid winter holiday break days, plus 11 paid holidays

PURPOSE And POSITION OVERVIEW

To support activities and programming within the Community Support Services division that will facilitate and encourage individuals to become empowered in their recovery and increase independence.

DUTIES And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate recovery focused activities to motivate consumers toward improving their quality of life.
• Assist consumers in the development of a crisis plan and advanced directives for emergency/crisis situations.
• Provide advocacy and education on treatment barriers and stigma.
• Network and collaborate with community resources and providers.
• Assist in the development of consumer's treatment plan.
• Maintain client records.
• Assist in the development of program and client budgets.
• Supervise, coach and provide guidance to supervisees.
• Perform any other department or agency related duties as directed by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS And COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor's degree required, with major in human services preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedule.
• Knowledge of behavioral health issues with an understanding of community integration strategies and techniques.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to prioritize and organize schedules/demands.
• CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

About Bridges Healthcare

• Bridges Healthcare is a valued and trusted community partner.
• Leading provider of a wide continuum of integrated behavioral health services.
• An employer of choice and offers staff the opportunity to grow and learn with the organization.
• Sustained by a diverse funding model that reflects broad-based community support and investment.
• Well-known and well-regarded for the services and supports we provide.
• A recognized expert and leader in delivering innovative solutions to behavioral health challenges.
• A powerful advocate for our clients, services, and improved systems.

Loan repayment on some positions may be eligible as Bridges is a STAR and NHSC Approved Site by HRSA.

Only candidates whose qualifications meet the requirements of the position will be contacted. No phone calls, walk-ins or third parties, please. We regret that we cannot provide relocation assistance for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)