Clinical Case Manager

Mental Health Systems, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 91,693,000 - 97,424,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Systems, Inc. in San Diego seeks a Clinical Case Manager to coordinate care for adults with mental health and substance use needs. You will provide case management, crisis interventions, and referrals across medical, educational, housing and social supports.

The role requires a master’s or bachelor’s in social services with relevant experience, a valid CA driver’s license, and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a community-based setting.

Qualifications

• For Clinical CM, master's degree with two years of experience in social services; or bachelor's degree with four years of experience in social services.
• For SUD CM a certification from recognized board is preferred and registration required.
• Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
• 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 & 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.
• 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.

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Counseling (MH/SUD)

Documentation

Microsoft Office

EHR software

Education

Master's degree in social services

Bachelor's degree in social services

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR software

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Clinical Case Manager

Regular Full time over 30 hrs Professional Center Star ACT, San Diego, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4862

Salary Range: $32.00 To $34.00 Hourly

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

About Center Star Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Center Star Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is a community-based program serving adults with serious mental illness who need intensive support to live successfully in the community. Our multidisciplinary team provides mental health treatment, medication support, substance use services, peer support, employment assistance, and housing support to help clients achieve greater stability, independence, and recovery.

JOB SUMMARY

Recommend and assist access to medical, educational, social, vocational, housing, and more to support program goals. Initiate referrals to next level care, coordinate with physical health providers for whole-person care, and advocate in the best interest of clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Provide case management with crisis intervention, discharge planning, group & 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.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• For Clinical CM, master's degree with two years of experience in social services; or bachelor's degree with four years of experience in social services.
• For SUD CM a certification from recognized board is preferred and registration required.
• Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

Working in cramped spaces

Moving around facility

Driving – in the course of job duties

Using hands/fingers

Pushing/pulling/dragging items

Standing for long periods

Sitting for long periods

Working outside/underground

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).