Case Manager - Mental Health & Substance Use Services

Washingtoncountysheriffwi; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County, located in West Bend, Wisconsin, is seeking a Case Manager - CTS to support clients with mental health or substance use issues through outpatient care, targeted case management, the Community Support Program, and the Comprehensive Community Services program.

Under supervision of the Community Treatment Services Supervisor, the Case Manager coordinates services, performs intake assessments, develops treatment plans, and advocates for clients and families to access community

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in social work, human services, or related field. Masters preferred.
• One year of supervised work experience
• Knowledge of local community resources for clients
• Knowledge of medications preferred
• A valid Wisconsin driver's license, available automobile, and automobile insurance are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with community resources, refers clients for services, and monitors client involvement in services.
• Understands all relevant statutes applicable to job.
• Participates in administrative and clinical meetings.
• Performs routine clinical assessments, including intake interviews of new referrals.
• Provides support and education to clients, family members, and other natural supports.
• Develops, directs and implements client treatment plans, behavioral approaches, and skill training.
• Serves as an advocate for clients and families.
• Acts as a facilitator or co-facilitator for individual and group treatment within or outside of the agency.
• Prepare, complete and submit required items by due dates such as progress notes, service plans, assessments, and court required documents, etc.
• Distributes medication to clients in the community, when necessary.
• Coordinates with crisis and chapter 51 liaison regarding commitment status and crisis needs
• Acts as a mandated reporter under current policies and procedures.
• Participates in continuing educational programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including responding to an emergency event.

Skills

Knowledge of local community resources

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field

Job description

Washington County, located in West Bend, Wisconsin, is seeking a Case Manager - CTS to support clients with mental health or substance use issues through outpatient care, targeted case management, the Community Support Program, and the Comprehensive Community Services program.

Under supervision of the Community Treatment Services Supervisor, the Case Manager coordinates services, performs intake assessments, develops treatment plans, and advocates for clients and families to access community