Mental Health Care Navigator & Case Manager

Jocogov; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Government in Kansas seeks a Health Navigator (MNH Case Manager) to assist individuals with severe mental illness by coordinating access to physical and behavioral health services and linking to community supports.

The role emphasizes short-term case management, collaboration with providers, and documentation; requires a bachelor's in human services and a valid driver's license, with emergency readiness as a standard duty.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field is required.
• Driver's License with an acceptable driving record is required.
• Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions.
• One year of related work experience is preferred.
• Experience may be substituted for degree. Education may be substituted for experience.
• In some instances, statutory or regulatory requirements may prohibit substitution of education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments of individuals' background and applicable circumstances to identify needs and/or determine service eligibility; interprets and communicates relevant information to individuals, families, and other stakeholders.
• Develops plans to address the needs of individuals in single or multiple areas of focus; networks with other community agencies to research and coordinate a variety of resources and services to address short term intensive or long-term individual needs; encourages the establishment and maintenance of support systems; consults and collaborates with other providers in the development, implementation and review of plans.
• Provides a variety of services for a designated case load of individuals with multi-faceted and/or ongoing needs; ensures services provided are consistent with individual plans; initiates and attends individual and/or group meetings and provides services in a community-based setting; provides transportation of individuals according to the needs identified in plans; organizes and facilitates skill development and support groups.
• Manages the SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) program.
• Outreaches clients in the community who are considered to be high risk.
• Completes and submits documentation regarding services provided; evaluates and documents individuals' progress according to measurable goals; reviews quality and effectiveness of services provided.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

Johnson County Government in Kansas seeks a Health Navigator (MNH Case Manager) to assist individuals with severe mental illness by coordinating access to physical and behavioral health services and linking to community supports.

The role emphasizes short-term case management, collaboration with providers, and documentation; requires a bachelor's in human services and a valid driver's license, with emergency readiness as a standard duty.