Case Manager: Whole-Person Care & Field Support

Mental Health Systems, Inc.; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Systems, Inc. in Escondido, CA seeks a MFT/LCSW/LPCC with a Case Manager focus to join the team on a regular full-time basis. The role emphasizes coordinating comprehensive care, advocating for clients, and linking them to medical, housing and social supports.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a behavioral science and an active CA license, with prior mental health or substance use services experience preferred. Local travel and on-site work are expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a behavioral science and valid CA license (MFT, LCSW, or LPCC).
• Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management with crisis intervention, discharge planning, group and individual work, mental health/substance use disorder counseling, screening, and assist clients in meeting basic needs and symptom management.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation, meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services if contractually required.
• Facilitate placement including pre-placement visits and transportation as needed.
• Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
• Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
• Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
• Participate in scheduled program meetings.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.
• Support client in court, as needed, and collaborate with CARE team providers.

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral science

CA license: MFT/LCSW/LPCC

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR software

Job description

Mental Health Systems, Inc. in Escondido, CA seeks a MFT/LCSW/LPCC with a Case Manager focus to join the team on a regular full-time basis. The role emphasizes coordinating comprehensive care, advocating for clients, and linking them to medical, housing and social supports.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a behavioral science and an active CA license, with prior mental health or substance use services experience preferred. Local travel and on-site work are expected.