Community Support Caseworker

Community Counseling Center, Cape Girardeau, MO; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 26,174 - 29,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 Paid Days Off Your First Year

Seven Paid Holidays

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Auto-Enrollment

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

A local behavioral health organization is seeking a Community Support Caseworker in Perryville, MO. This full-time position involves providing support services to individuals with mental health needs, requiring strong communication and organizational skills. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and possess a MO Class E driver's license. The role offers a competitive hourly pay rate and a supportive work environment focused on client welfare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in related field.
• Experience in service delivery to individuals with mental health issues.
• Must hold a valid MO Class E driver's license and have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide community support services to clients enrolled in the CPRC program.
• Maintain a caseload of 20-25 clients and document all interactions.
• Train clients in daily living skills and monitor treatment goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Client-centered approach

Experience with mental health issues

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Equivalent experience

Job description

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Community Support Case Worker / Case Manager

Location: Perryville, MO - Perry County
Full Time: Non-Exempt
Work Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm. Some evenings may be required as necessary dependent upon agency and client need.

Pay Range: $19.00 - 21.40/hour - dependent upon prior experience

UPDATED QUALIFICATIONS! Now, any undergraduate degree or equivalent experiences qualifies for this position!

Community Counseling Center is looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others. The Community Support Caseworker is someone who operates from a client-centered, strength's based approach, and who understands the importance of supports in Mental Health. As the CSC, you would need to have great communication and organizational skills, be comfortable with working with a diverse population who suffers from various mental or behavioral health issues, and who enjoys being out and supporting our community and their mental health needs.

The Program
Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center (CPRC) is a program designed for adults and children with disabilities in social role functioning and daily living skills. Program staff work closely with clients in a variety of community settings to provide wide-range case management services and support in/through therapy to promote recovery.

The Job

You would be responsible for the delivery of community support services for assigned clients within the Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center. The bulk of this position would be spent out in the community such as in client homes, or at residential centers. Typically, you would work with 20-25 clients and meet with them on a weekly basis.

Interested in seeing the full details of what these position's entail? Please check out the Provider Manual from MOHealthNet at the link provided, Regular Case Management is 13.11.L, This will give you an in depth look at Community Support - MOHealthNet Provider Manual

Essential Functions

Provide community support services to children and adult clients enrolled in CPRC program.

Maintain a caseload as assigned including in the community and during hospitalizations.

Document all interactions with clients in adherence to agency guidelines and complete all documentation prior to the agency specified deadline.

Provide training/education to clients in daily living skills.

Monitor completion of treatment plan goals and objectives and maintain contact with treatment team in regard to progress and any concerns.

Refer to appropriate resources within the community to assist clients in maintaining/improving their functionality and to develop a personal support system.

Document according to clinical policies and procedures, DMH, CARF, and any other federal or state program per agency standards.

How Success is Measured:

Direct Service: Consistency in meeting with your clients to provide services and to ensure their needs are met (typically ~ 24 half-hour contacts/week)

Documentation: Providing quality, thorough, and concise documentation. Ensuring that your documentation is completed within the designated timeframe and that your Initial/Quarterly/Annual checklists are completed.

Communication: Communicating effectively with your clients, co-workers, supervisor, and treatment team members.

Time Management: Ensuring that you are not only being on time for all scheduled meetings/supervisions, but also to client appointments and managing your time in reference to your documentation.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, or;
  
  
  
  • An individual with any four year combination of higher education and qualifying experience, or;
  
  
  • An individual with four years of qualifying experience,
  
  
  
  

Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, or developmental disabilities.

• Must hold or obtain by start date, MO Class E Driver's License (Class D for IL Residents), and proof of continuous auto insurance. Must also meet CCC's Motor Vehicle Record standards policy and have reliable transportation.


• Travel in own vehicle is required.

The Agency
Community Counseling Center (CCC) - Your Behavioral Health + Wellness Resource - is a behavioral health organization that has been serving the public since 1974. We are an administrative agent for the Missouri Department of Mental Health, and we are entrusted to provide a full array of comprehensive behavioral health services within our five county catchment area.

Our Mission is to provide and support personal growth, wellness, and improved quality of life through the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and families residing in Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Madison, Perry, and Ste Genevieve counties in Missouri.

Our Vision is to create a diverse and inclusive behavioral healthcare system where individuals and families can readily access mental health and substance use services, feel welcome, accepted, and leave services with hope and improved quality of life.

Commitment to Inclusion

We believe that an inclusive workforce fuels innovation and enables us to better serve our diverse customer base. We actively seek out applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, religions, socio-economic backgrounds, etc. Through inclusive hiring practices, unbiased selection processes, and ongoing training, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Join us in building an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives to best meet the needs of our clients and communities.

Our Benefits

Note: Available benefits may change dependent upon employment status and number of hours worked.

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  24 Paid Days Off Your First Year

  
  
  
  
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    + get a day off for your birthday!

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Seven Paid Holidays

  
  


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  Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance

  
  
  
  
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    Company Paid Life and LTD Insurance

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Retirement Auto-Enrollment

  
  


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  Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

  
  


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  Employee Referral Program

  
  


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  Much More!

  
  

Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

CCC will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, etc., please contact [e-mail] to speak with us about your needs.

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