Case Manager of ACT Brave

BestSelf; City of Dunkirk (NY); Sur place; USD 29 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous paid time off

Student loan forgiveness programs

Multiple health insurance options

Defensive driving course reimbursement

Professional license/certification fee

Résumé du poste

BestSelf Behavioral Health in Dunkirk, NY announces the ACT Brave program and seeks an ACT Case Manager to carry out rehabilitation and support services under clinical supervision.

Responsibilities include coordinating case management activities, crisis intervention, and collaboration with families and the treatment team.

Qualifications

• Has working knowledge of community resources.
• Able to recognize and manage client crises.
• Demonstrates creativity in service delivery and planning.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and primary implementation of case management activities.
• Consult with Program Director and psychiatrist regarding treatment interventions.
• Provide activities of daily living and mobility training; money management training.
• Develop initial and ongoing treatment plans; transport clients when needed.
• Work with clients in their own natural environment and assist in accessing supports.

Connaissances

Crises recognition

Community resources

Creative service delivery

Formation

Bachelor's degree in human services

Description du poste

Starting Rate: $22.60 per hour

Location: 90 E 4th St, Dunkirk, NY 14048

Announcing our new program ACT Brave! BestSelf's ACT Brave program is a program designed to address the significant needs of youth ages 10 up to 21, who are at risk of entering, or returning home from high intensity services, such as inpatient settings or residential services, through the use of a multi-disciplinary team. Youth ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) serves as a critical component in the children's continuum of care. Youth ACT ensures the child and their family have the level of support services and access to clinical professionals they require to sustain gains made in crisis response or other out-of-home high-intensity services. Youth ACT teams deliver intensive, highly coordinated, individualized services and skilled therapeutic interventions through an integrated, multi-disciplinary team approach to better achieve success and maintain the child in the home, school, and community. Youth ACT services are delivered in the home or other community-based settings.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The ACT Case Manager has responsibility for carrying out rehabilitation and support functions and assists in treatment, substance abuse services, education, support and consultation to families, and crisis intervention under the clinical supervision of staff with professional degrees. The ACT Case Manager provides case management for assigned consumers, including coordination and monitoring of the activities of the individual treatment team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordination and primary implementation of case management activities.
• Consults with the Program Director and psychiatrist regarding response to treatment interventions.
• Provides activities of daily living skills training and mobility training
• Provides money management and budgeting training.
• Participates in Morning Meetings.
• Provides program consultation and education to community members.
• Acts as a liaison where a brokered, specialty service may be required.
• Documents recipient progress as per established guidelines.
• Responsible for the management of client charts.
• Develops initial and on-going treatment plans.
• When indicated, transport clients to scheduled activities.
• Work with clients in their own natural environment.
• Assist clients in accessing supports to maintain community stability.
• Adhere to person-centered planning philosophy and service provision.
• Access benefits: Accompany clients to medical and financial appointments.
• Accompany clients to scheduled court appearances.
• Works with minimal supervision in the field.
• Routinely conducts lethality and mental status assessments.
• Participates in 24-hour, on-call rotation.
• Schedule and assigned duties are subject to change based on the needs of the program and the clients we serve.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Has working knowledge of community resources.
• Able to recognize and manage client crises.
• Demonstrates creativity in service delivery and planning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in a human service field and at least two years' experience as a case manager, working directly with severely and persistently mentally-ill individuals.

AND

• A valid NYS drivers' license.
• Automobile in good working order.
• Must have Accredited NYS Defensive driving course; or obtain within 15 days of hire.
• Must maintain Active NYS Defensive Driving class every 3 years, upon expiration.
• If driving one's own vehicle, must maintain valid inspection and automobile insurance.
• Must provide proof of insurance upon hire and when requested

Some things you can look forward to:

• Welcoming, team environment, that inspires you to thrive and be your BestSelf!
• Generous paid time off
• Various student loan forgiveness programs
• Multiple and diverse health insurance options
• Many other unique lifestyle & personal insurance options
• Professional license/certification renewal reimbursement
• Defensive driving course reimbursement (if required for position)
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• We look forward to telling you more!

BestSelf Behavioral Health considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability , marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally-protected status. Please note, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The agency is unable to provide visa sponsorship or work authorization for this position.