Respite Case Manager - Part-time - 2nd shift - Sat-Sun

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA); New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement savings plan

Up to 24 days of PTO

Employee discounts

Free ongoing professional development

Job summary

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) is hiring a Part-time 2nd shift Respite Case Manager located in New Britain, CT. This position involves providing direct care, maintaining client caseloads, and developing individualized treatment plans. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health-related field or equivalent experience and a valid Connecticut driver’s license. CMHA offers comprehensive benefits, including insurance packages, a retirement savings plan, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health-related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Valid Connecticut driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Minimum of one year in case management or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an appropriate caseload as determined by CMHA and the funder.
• Provide direct care to clients, including education and skill building.
• Develop and review individualized treatment plans with clients.

Skills

Case management

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Microsoft Office

EMR system knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Record system

Job description

Why CMHA?

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) is a private non-profit treatment provider headquartered in New Britain, with seven locations throughout the city and in Waterbury. We partner with clients and the community to promote recovery from mental illness and substance use, treating more than 7,500 adults and children each year. CMHA is Connecticut’s first fully Joint Commission accredited Behavioral Health Home and is a SAMHSA Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC).

Position Summary

Part‑time 2nd shift Respite Case Manager. The role is located at 66 Clinic Dr., New Britain, CT 06501, and operational hours are Saturday‑Sunday 3:30 pm‑11:30 pm.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain an appropriate caseload as determined by CMHA and the funder.
• Provide direct care to clients, including individualized and group education, skill building, recreation, and household maintenance activities, and monitor the environment for cleanliness, safety, and repairs.
• Teach life skills necessary for independent living (e.g., finances, entitlements, daily living activities, nutrition, housing maintenance, and repair).
• Educate clients to utilize emergency and community resources to meet basic needs.
• Develop and review individualized treatment plans with clients to identify goals and track progress.
• Ensure timely documentation in accordance with CMHA policies and procedures (progress notes, treatment plans, authorizations, program orientation, consent to treat, monthly targeted case management notes, shift reports).
• If applicable, supervise and document medication self‑administration according to program policy.
• Collaborate with other CMHA teams to ensure seamless service communication.
• Communicate with external providers to ensure consistent, accessible services; provide transportation as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance packages.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with CMHA matching after 1 year of service.
• 11 observed holidays.
• Three wellbeing days off on a Friday throughout the year.
• Two CMHA/Personal days per year.
• Up to 24 days of PTO that increases with years of service.
• Paid agency closure between Christmas and New Year’s (except 24/7 programs).
• Company‑paid Life Insurance and Long‑Term Disability.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, coaching, and wellness resources.
• Tuition discounts at participating schools through the Alliance’s academic partnerships.
• Free ongoing professional development and access to Continuing Education Units (CEUs) in Evidence‑Based Practices (EMDR, DBT, CBT).
• Employee discounts for shopping, the New Britain YMCA, travel, and entertainment.
• Subscription to the Calm app.
• Annual company picnic.
• CMHA‑sponsored Loan Reimbursement Program and Scholarship Program.
• Student Loan Wellness benefits (consolidation, refinancing, payoff projections, coaching, college cost calculator, financial planning).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) enhancement (automated form management, reminders, resources, and eligibility for forgiveness).

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health‑related field preferred or equivalent experience.

Credentials and Licenses:

• Valid Connecticut driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Will become certified in MANDT, First Aid, and CPR.
• Participate in annual trainings as assigned.

Experience:

• Minimum of one year in case management or a related field with a solid understanding of mental health and co‑occurring conditions.
• Beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience or willingness to learn an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system (appointment scheduling, authorization tracking, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries).

Competencies:

• Assess and formulate case‑management needs; document clearly in treatment plans.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills with clients, families, caregivers, and natural supports.
• Problem‑solving, good judgement, independent and team work ability.
• Awareness and sensitivity to cultural, language, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and spiritual diversity.
• Incorporate recovery‑based treatment and language into documentation and daily operations.
• Teach, develop, motivate clients toward desired behavioral goals.
• Establish positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work flexible schedule when needed.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations.
• Design, deliver, and ensure highly individualized services; manage time and priorities effectively; maintain client confidentiality per CMHA policy and regulations.

Job ID#412

Community Mental Health Affiliates is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Contact CMHA Human Resources at [e-mail] for assistance completing an online application.