Case Manager I-Van Buren Village

nationalchurchresidences; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx coverage

Flexible Spending/Health Account

Job summary

National Church Residences seeks a Case Manager I to deliver direct client case management in a Permanent Supportive Housing setting using a Housing First approach. You will conduct biosychosocial assessments and help residents access community services.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Social Work or related field; licensure preferred; about 1 year in human services and solid computer skills are expected. A valid driver's license is also preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor preferred; valid driver's license.
• 1 year of experience in human services preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct client case management using Housing First approach.
• Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments and develop care plans.
• Document encounters in electronic records within 24 hours.
• Transport clients to medical visits and appointments.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic computer skills

Organization skills

EQ (emotional intelligence)

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows OS

Job description

Title: Case Manager I

Division: Permanent Supportive Housing

Location: Van Buren Village-Cincinnati, Ohio

Purpose

According to prescribed policies and procedures of the organization including all applicable state, federal and accreditation regulations assume responsibility for delivering direct client case management services to Permanent Supportive Housing residents using a Housing First approach, and in the context of an Integrated Primary and Behavioral Health Team model.

Essentials Functions

• Conducts bio‐psychosocial assessments and assist individuals and families with developing individual strengths‐based mental health care plan in accordance with State of Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services standards.
• Monitors and follows‐up with clients regarding service needs and assist clients in applying benefits and community support services.
• Documents all resident encounters in electronic record and service log within 24 hours. Facilitates weekly psychosocial and educational groups and maintain minimum contact with each person on caseload of once per month.
• Transports and/or accompany clients to medical visits and other appointments as needed.
• Attends and participates in weekly Blended Management Meetings as an advocate for clients and as a responsible staff member.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Standards

• Complete all required training and develop individual professional development goals annually.
• Ensure service delivery aligns with policy, regulation, and case management standards.
• Efficiently and effectively complete items on position task list including specific duties based on location and specific population being served.
• Ensure client files are compliant with agency standards.
• Submit accurate and complete service logs for billable and non‐billable services weekly. Minimum of 50% of worked hours must be direct client service delivery.
• Manage case load up to 40. Case load may vary if employed at site with additional service partner. May include additional clients on case load for Community Engagement duties.

Competencies

• Ability to demonstrate clear, professional boundaries in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Basic math and analytic skills.
• Basic computer skills (word processing, spreadsheet, database).
• Basic understanding of needs of low‐income and homeless individuals. Basic knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
• Perform mostly office or non-manual work.
• Work independently under only limited supervision.
• Act as a primary liaison with suppliers, vendors, or business affiliates (not patients).

Expectations

Demonstrates and maintains a positive, professional manner, manages time efficiently and effectively, provides leadership as a role model to promote a team approach, collaborates and participates in policy creation and appropriate problem-solving methods.

Must adhere to all policies, procedures, terms and conditions set forth in the National Church Residences' Employee Information Guide (EIG), the Code of Conduct, as well as any facility handbook, including but not limited to, corporate compliance, drug free workplace, safe work practices, all federal, state, local regulations and laws.

With respect to Resident Rights, ensures all care is provided with respect and dignity for the residents/clients, their families and the staff.

Reports all complaints made by residents/clients and/or families to the appropriate supervisors, reports all allegations of abuse, misappropriation of funds/resident property and/or any other corporate compliance, drug free workplace, safe work practices, all federal, state and local regulations and laws.

Completes all annual education requirements timely, including but not limited to Compliance, Privacy, Security and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Conduct in the performance of their duties.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.

Experience

1 year of experience in a human services or related field preferred.

Licensure

Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor preferred. Valid driver's license.

Skills

Must have good working computer skills with basic professional computer software (Microsoft Office suite, Windows, etc.) and the capacity for learning new software systems quickly. Must be self-directed with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage tasks and assignments concurrently. Must have strong motivational skills and a high emotional intelligence quotient (EQ)

In return, National Church Residences offers an excellent total reward package that includes:

• Medical & Rx - 3 plan options to fit your budget; choose from coverage offered through a Nationwide network for you and your family. Complimented with a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account or Employer funded Health Savings Account.
• Includes Fertility & Family Building Support, Weight Management, and Chr