Children’s Intensive CSS Case Manager

Communicare; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicare in Oxford, MS is seeking a dedicated professional to perform Community Support Services case management and related duties. The role requires obtaining CSS certification, managing a caseload, and coordinating with health and community service providers to meet clients’ needs.

Responsibilities include client assessment, treatment planning, housing and benefits assistance, and family counseling. The position entails travel and active participation in supervisory meetings and program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field.
• Ability to relate effectively to severely mentally ill individuals.
• Must have and maintain a Communicare insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain proper CSS certification and take full ownership of this process.
• Meet productivity requirements by planning, scheduling, and seeking support to address deficiencies.
• Provide case management services for clients who meet Community Support Services criteria.
• Assess clients’ needs and develop appropriate treatment planning.
• Coordinate case management and mental health services with providers.
• Offer supportive counseling to clients and families as needed.
• Assist CSS clients with applications for benefits and housing.
• Assist clients in securing medications and developing management plans.
• Ensure access to mental health and community services for CSS clients.
• Provide home visits as determined by need.
• Advocate for CSS clients and provide family counseling and education on mental illness.
• Maintain assigned caseload with proper documentation and paperwork.
• Attend meetings and trainings related to CSS as designated, including staffing at North Mississippi State Hospital.
• Complete requested reports and daily progress notes in the EMR system.
• Participate in loss prevention tasks and communicate payor changes to treatment and billing teams.
• Attend supervisory meetings and treatment team discussions.
• Participate in grant-related activities and funding reporting as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathy for mentally ill individuals

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Education

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

Job description

Communicare in Oxford, MS is seeking a dedicated professional to perform Community Support Services case management and related duties. The role requires obtaining CSS certification, managing a caseload, and coordinating with health and community service providers to meet clients’ needs.

Responsibilities include client assessment, treatment planning, housing and benefits assistance, and family counseling. The position entails travel and active participation in supervisory meetings and program