Community-Based Case Manager - Mental Health Support

Telecare Corporation; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Shift differentials: PM +6%, Overnight

Free CEUs and supervision for BBS lic.

Tuition discount and scholarships

Medical, vision, dental, 401K, stock/S

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

Telecare Corporation seeks a compassionate case manager to support individuals with mental illness and co‑occurring disorders in living independently in their communities. Under supervision, you will provide direct services and help implement behavioral plans, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

You must have 1+ year of direct service experience with dual diagnosis, and be CPR/CPI/First Aid certified or willing to obtain within 60 days.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED with 3 years direct services in mental health or community services, or an associate’s degree with 2 years, or a bachelor’s degree in Social Services.
• At least 1 year of direct service experience with dual diagnosis communities, creating and executing behavioral plans, and working with individuals with impaired or limited cognitive functioning.
• Sensitivity to multicultural populations and issues.
• Minimum age 18.
• CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certification by employment date or within 60 days, maintained throughout employment.
• Valid, current driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
• Willingness to use personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, with weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate.
• Willingness to use company vehicle for client transport.
• Willingness to use personal vehicle to attend meetings, with weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate.
• Successful completion of post‑offer physical examination, 2‑step PPD test for tuberculosis, background checks, excluded party sanctions, and license verification; and for driving positions, a motor vehicle clearance and proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with mental illness to live as independently as possible in their chosen community.
• Serve as primary support and case manager under direct supervision.
• Provide direct services in mental health and co‑occurring disorders.
• Collaborate with teams to implement behavioral plans and track client progress.

Skills

Direct service experience

Dual diagnosis experience

CPR certification

CPI certification

First Aid certification

Driver's license

Auto insurance in own name

Multicultural sensitivity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in Social Services

Job description

Telecare Corporation seeks a compassionate case manager to support individuals with mental illness and co‑occurring disorders in living independently in their communities. Under supervision, you will provide direct services and help implement behavioral plans, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

You must have 1+ year of direct service experience with dual diagnosis, and be CPR/CPI/First Aid certified or willing to obtain within 60 days.