Case Manager of ACT Strive

BestSelf; City of Dunkirk (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health insurance options

Career growth and advancement

Student loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

BestSelf Behavioral Health seeks an ACT Case Manager to carry out rehabilitation and support functions, coordinating treatment plans and services for adults with severe mental illness in Chautauqua County. You will work under clinical supervision, providing case management, crisis intervention, and community-based supports.

The role involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, court attendance, and ensuring client progress documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human service field and at least two years' experience as a case manager with severely mentally-ill individuals.
• Able to recognize and manage client crises; demonstrates creativity in service delivery and planning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement case management activities.
• Consult with Program Director and psychiatrist on treatment responses.
• Provide ADL/mobility, money management training; participate in Morning Meetings.
• Liaise with brokers for specialty services and document progress.
• Manage client charts and develop initial and ongoing treatment plans.
• Transport clients when needed and work in clients’ natural environment.
• Assist clients in accessing supports to maintain community stability.
• Undergo lethality and mental status assessments; participate in 24-hour on-call rotation.

Skills

Crisis recognition

Resource knowledge

Creative service delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Starting Rate: $22.60 35 Hours Full Time
Location: Dunkirk, NY, 14048

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.ACT Strive is an Adult ACT Team serving ages 18+ in Chautauqua County.

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.