Case Manager / Mentor

Community Counseling of Bristol County; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,000

Job summary

Community Counseling of Bristol County (CCBC) is seeking an entry-level Case Manager in Brockton, MA, for the PACT-Y program. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to support youth transitioning to adulthood, providing community-based services, job exploration and access to resources.

Responsibilities include coordinating care with families and DMH, documenting per guidelines and offering on-call/weekend support. A Bachelor’s degree and driving means are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or a related field.
• Some prior experience working with children, youth and families with mental health challenges.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to learn and seek guidance as needed.
• Good organizational skills, in addition to effective verbal, written and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services to increase skills related to independent living, community integration, employment, recreation and housing.
• Assist families in obtaining resources to improve family functioning within their community.
• Support and teach skills related to the treatment plan.
• Model skills and techniques in the community to increase youth’s feelings of competence and self-esteem.
• Ensure the youth has a voice in treatment planning and identification of goals.
• Complete required documentation per program guidelines.
• Coordinate care with the family, team, providers and DMH.
• Provide on-call and weekend support on a rotating basis.
• Facilitate change based on youth and family needs, strengths and preferences.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or a related field

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: 11-7 M-F, weekend rotation, some flexibility

Job Level: Entry level

License/Certification: Bachelor's degree

Location: Brockton, MA

Local Travel Required: Yes

Program Name: PACT-Y

Program Type: Community based, youth, in-home

Salary Range: Starting salary $50,000

Sign on bonus: $2,000

Hybrid Work Option: No

About Us

At Community Counseling of Bristol County (CCBC), we are building an amazing team of professionals who are changing the way mental health is treated in southeastern Massachusetts. You can find us in schools, homes, the community, and our Taunton offices empowering our clients with the latest evidence-based behavioral health treatments.

We are a non-profit community mental health center serving 50 communities in Massachusetts and growing! CCBC provides inpatient, outpatient, and urgent care services to adults and children overcoming depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, and many other conditions hindering personal fulfillment.

If you are caring, dedicated, and ready to grow your career, we would love to hear from you! As an employee at CCBC, you will receive unparalleled support and growth opportunities.

Our staff receive weekly individual and group supervision, wellness initiatives and opportunities to advance their careers, as well as generous vacation time.

Description of Position

Be a part of this innovative program that is the first of its kind in Massachusetts. CCBC and the Department of Mental Health (DMH) will work collaboratively in the PACT- Y program to meet the needs of youth and families who want a creative, flexible, dynamic team to support them in achieving their goals. As a Case Manager you will work within a multi-disciplinary team to improve the social, emotional and recreational functioning of youth as they transition to adulthood. The Case Manager will provide opportunities in the community for youth to practice skills, assist with obtaining jobs, explore after-school activities and community resources as well as support goals identified on the team treatment plan.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services to increase skills related to independent living, community integration, employment, recreation and housing
• Assist families in obtaining resources to improve family functioning within their community
• Support and teach skills related to the treatment plan
• Model skills and techniques in the community to increase youth’s feelings of competence and self-esteem
• Ensure the youth has a voice in treatment planning and identification of goals
• Complete required documentation per program guidelines
• Coordinate care with the family, team, providers and DMH
• Provide on-call and weekend support on a rotating basis
• Facilitate change based on youth and family needs, strengths and preferences

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or a related field
• Some prior experience working with children, youth and families with mental health challenges
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to learn and seek guidance as needed
• Good organizational skills, in addition to effective verbal, written and computer skills