High Needs Case Manager

Socket.dev; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Bilingual pay differential

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness coaching

Employee assistance program

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

JFCS Phoenix is seeking a compassionate High Needs Case Manager to support children in behavioral-health services as they progress toward self-sufficiency and potential family reunification. You will provide home visits, coordinate services with agencies, attend CFT meetings, and ensure paperwork is completed accurately.

A strong background in behavioral health and reliable transportation are required. The role offers growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive

Qualifications

• Requires educational or work experience in behavioral health.
• High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of behavioral health experience.
• AA degree with 2 years of behavioral health experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or human services field.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management services to children enrolled in the behavioral-health system.
• Provides weekly contact with assigned clients, including home/community visits and medication checks.
• Assists youth in navigating discharge from hospitals and finding intensive services as clinically indicated.
• Coordinates services and collaborates with agencies such as DCS, Probation/Parole, DDD, and schools.
• Coordinates and facilitates Child & Family Team (CFT) Meetings.
• Completes referrals, prior authorizations, and health plan paperwork for enrollment.
• Collaborates with clinical team to ensure Integrated Service Plans and meeting notes are completed accurately.

Skills

Behavioral Health knowledge

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

A.A. Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work/Psychology/ Human services

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