High Needs Case Manager

JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICE INC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses quarterly

Tuition and professional development

Career growth opportunities

Generous paid time off

Wellness coaching

Employee assistance program

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Jewish Family and Children’s Service (JFCS) in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a High Needs Case Manager to support children in behavioral-health services on the path to self-sufficiency and possible family reunification. The role includes guiding families, coordinating services, and ensuring timely paperwork while working with a clinical team.

Applicants should have a relevant degree or experience, a valid AZ driver’s license, and reliable transportation to travel for home visits and community settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 4 years of behavioral health experience.
• A.A. degree with two years of behavioral health experience also acceptable.
• Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, or human services preferred.
• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card without restrictions.
• Meet agency MVR requirements and have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management for children in the behavioral-health system.
• Maintain weekly contact with clients, including home visits and medication checks.
• Assist youth with hospital discharge planning and access to intensive services.
• Coordinate services with DCS, probation/parole, schools and other providers.
• Facilitate Child & Family Team (CFT) meetings and complete required paperwork.
• Collaborate with clinical team to finalize Integrated Service Plans and notes.

Skills

Reliable transportation

AZ driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree (A.A.)

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card

MVR check requirements

Job description

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High Needs Case Manager

Phoenix, AZ, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1144

Salary Range: $21.00 To $22.50 Hourly

**Phoenix Location**

High Needs Case Manager:JFCS is seeking a compassionate professional to work with children receiving behavioral-health services as they progress on the path to a more self-sufficient lifestyle and potential family reunification. The High Needs Case Manager also provides guidance and ongoing support to the families/caregivers of the youth receiving services.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management services to children enrolled in the behavioral-health system.
• Provides weekly contact with assigned clients, which includes home/community visits, attending medication checks, etc.
• Assists youth in navigating discharge from hospitals, in finding intensive services as clinically indicated, and working to decrease behaviors to improve stability in the home & community.
• Coordinates services and collaborates with other involved agencies, such as Department of Child Safety (DCS), Probation/Parole Departments, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), schools, and other providers.
• Coordinates and facilitates Child & Family Team (CFT) Meetings.
• Completes referrals, prior authorizations, and other paperwork required by the health plans to enroll clients in services.
• Collaborates with clinical team to ensure that Integrated Service Plans, CFT Meeting notes, and all required paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.

Qualifications

-Meets one of the following education/experience requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED required and 4 years of Behavioral Health experience.
• A.A. Degree and two years of Behavioral Health experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or human services field.
• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card without Restriction(s)
• Meet Agency requirements for MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) report
• Reliable transportation
• AZ driver’s license

About JFCS:

Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s (JFCS) values each and every talented applicant, regardless of religious beliefs, race, age, origin, gender, sexual orientation, or cultural background. JFCS places a high value on inclusion and diversity, whether that applies to our employees or the nearly 40,000 clients receiving our services throughout the Valley.

Benefits of Working with JFCS:

• Incentive Program: Lucrative Performance Bonuses each Quarter, in addition to normal salary.
• Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
• Numerous professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Generous paid time off / sick time allocations
• Wellness Coaching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for Loan Forgiveness Programs in many positions.