Justice-Enhanced Case Manager

Mental Health Systems, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Justice-Enhanced Case Manager in San Diego, CA.

This regular full-time role over 30 hours supports program goals by coordinating access to medical, educational, social, vocational, and housing services, and by initiating referrals for next-level care. The role involves advocating for clients, coordinating with health providers, and assisting with navigating the justice system, including court appearances and coordination with probation and other agencies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with two years of experience in social services, or bachelor's degree with four years of experience.
• Valid CA driver's license and current auto insurance per contract requirements.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management with crisis intervention, discharge planning, group & individual work, and counseling.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation and meet minimum billable requirements.
• Facilitate placement and transportation as needed.
• Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
• Maintain client confidentiality and participate in program meetings.
• Assist clients with navigating the justice system and liaising with probation, parole, jails, and other entities.

Skills

CA driver's license

Mental health services experience

MS Office

EHR software

Education

Master's degree in social services

Bachelor's degree in social services

Tools

EHR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Justice-Enhanced Case Manager

Regular Full time over 30 hrs Professional Center Star ACT, San Diego, CA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 4873

Salary Range: $28.00 To $30.00 Hourly

At TURNour mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

JOB SUMMARY

Recommend and assist access to medical, educational, social, vocational, housing, and more to support program goals. Initiate referrals to next level care, coordinate with physical health providers for whole-person care, and advocate in the best interest of clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Provide case management with crisis intervention, discharge planning, group & individual work, mental health/substance use disorder counseling, screening, and assist clients in meeting basic needs and symptom management.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation, meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services.
• Facilitate placement including pre-placement visits, and transportation as needed.
• Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
• Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
• Maintain confidentiality of client's care.
• Participate in scheduled program meetings.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.
• Assist clients with navigating the justice system, including attending court, visiting clients while incarcerated, and providing education.
• Provide advocacy and liaison with probation, parole, jails, and other justice-involved entities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree with two years of experience in social services; or bachelor's degree with four years of experience in social services.
• Valid CA driver's license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

Working in cramped spaces Moving around facility

Driving - in the course of job duties Using hands/fingers

Pushing/pulling/dragging items Standing for long periods

Sitting for long periods Working outside/underground

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn't a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).