Mental Health Case Manager: Housing & Recovery Advocate

Downtown Emergency Services Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Paid Time Off (34 days per year)

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Downtown Emergency Services Center in Seattle seeks a dedicated professional for mental health case management. You'll assist adults experiencing severe mental illness, providing outreach services and collaborating with housing teams to develop care plans.

Applicants should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and meet Washington State counselor requirements. Strong documentation and advocacy skills are essential, with a focus on recovery-oriented practices and community resource access.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet Washington Department of Health requirements for registration as a Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor.
• Knowledge of Recovery focused, strengths-based work in mental health.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse staff and clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing case management services to clients with severe mental illnesses.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop goal planners.
• Advocate for client access to community resources and services.
• Document services and adhere to administrative deadlines.

Skills

Client engagement

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Counseling

Collaboration

Education

Relevant bachelor's degree (social work, psychology, etc.)

Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor credential

Job description

The Downtown Emergency Services Center in Seattle seeks a dedicated professional for mental health case management. You'll assist adults experiencing severe mental illness, providing outreach services and collaborating with housing teams to develop care plans.

Applicants should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and meet Washington State counselor requirements. Strong documentation and advocacy skills are essential, with a focus on recovery-oriented practices and community resource access.