High Needs Case Manager

Jewish Family & Children's Service of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Program: Lucrative Bonuses

Bilingual Pay Differential (Spanish–英语

Tuition and professional development

Paid time off / sick time

Comprehensive benefits (medical,vision

Wellness Coaching

Employee Assistance Program

Loan Forgiveness programs

Job summary

Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Arizona is seeking a High Needs Case Manager to support children in behavioral-health services toward independence and possible family reunification. The role includes guiding families and coordinating care across systems in the Valley.

You will work with a clinical team to ensure timely paperwork, plans, and notes while maintaining regular client contact and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Meets one of the education/experience paths listed.
• Behavioral health experience is a key requirement across paths.
• Must meet agency requirements for background checks and driving eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management for children in behavioral-health system.
• Maintain weekly contact with clients through visits and checks.
• Assist with discharge planning and access to intensive services as needed.
• Coordinate services with DCS, Probation/Parole, DDD, schools, and providers.
• Facilitate Child & Family Team (CFT) Meetings.
• Process referrals, authorizations, and enrollment paperwork.
• Collaborate with clinical team to complete Integrated Service Plans and notes.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or human services field.

A.A. Degree and two years of Behavioral Health experience

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of Behavioral Health experience

Job description

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.

-Additional qualifications:

• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card without Restriction(s)
• Meet Agency requirements for MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) report
• Reliable transportation
• AZ driver’s license
• AZ auto insurance

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.
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) Pay Differential
• Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
• Numerous professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Generous paid time off / sick time allocations
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, & more.
• Wellness Coaching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for Loan Forgiveness Programs in many positions.

PCN: 2144