Community Behavioral Health Advocate & Case Manager

McClendon Center, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Health & dental benefits

Paid holidays

Tools provided

Job summary

McClendon Center in Washington, DC seeks a qualified care coordinator to support adults with serious mental illness. You will assess needs, update plans every 180 days, assist in crisis situations, and help clients access benefits and housing.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, maintain confidentiality, document activities, participate in on-call shifts, and contribute to accreditation efforts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1–4 years of experience in a social services or nonprofit environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assess consumers' wants and develop/update service plans every 180 days with no gaps.
• Assist and support consumers in crisis situations.
• Assist consumers in applying for benefits (SSI, Medicaid, Section 8, energy assistance, and other eligible services).
• Locate safe, sanitary and affordable housing for consumers and support transitions.
• Accompany consumers to critical services and appointments; monitor medication adherence.
• Provide advocacy and support for consumers navigating social, governmental and community systems.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards; participate in staff meetings and training.

Skills

Social services experience

Mental health knowledge

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Excellent communication

EMR proficiency

MS Office skills

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Experience in social services (1-4 years)

Job description

McClendon Center in Washington, DC seeks a qualified care coordinator to support adults with serious mental illness. You will assess needs, update plans every 180 days, assist in crisis situations, and help clients access benefits and housing.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, maintain confidentiality, document activities, participate in on-call shifts, and contribute to accreditation efforts.