Targeted Case Manager - Northern KY

Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mending Point Behavioral Health, a program under The Methodist Home of Kentucky umbrella, seeks a Targeted Case Manager to assess client needs and link families to resources. You will manage caseloads and coordinate services within Medicaid guidelines to support client well-being.

As a newer, expanding role, you will work with partners across counties in Northern Kentucky and serve diverse populations with clinical needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services with at least 1 year post-bachelor’s behavioral health experience.
• Certification trainings per 908 KAR 2:260: 12h Targeted Case Management Core Training; 6h SUD Targeted Case Management Training; 6h Severe Emotional Disability Targeted Case Management Training; 6h Severe Mental Illness Targeted Case Management Training.

Responsibilities

• Assess client and family needs and link to appropriate resources.
• Develop, implement and review service plans; monitor progress and adjust as needed.
• Coordinate with community resources to achieve client service goals.
• Manage assigned caseload and ensure Medicaid standards compliance.
• Respond promptly to client needs and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Documentation

Professional maturity

Cultural sensitivity

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services

Job description

Mending Point Behavioral Health, a program under The Methodist Home of Kentucky umbrella, is seeking a Targeted Case Manager (TCM) who is highly motivated to make a difference in the community and committed to the well-being of their clients. The TCM will utilize experience and knowledge to assess needs of clients and their families in order to link and coordinate the appropriate resources. They are responsible for managing an assigned caseload and responding appropriately to client needs in compliance with Medicaid standards. This includes but is not limited to assessing client needs; developing, implementing and reviewing service plans; and working with other community resources in achieving client service needs. Caseloads may include diverse populations with a variety of clinical needs. The Targeted Case Manager is a positive team player that promotes a culture of inclusion and participation.

This is a new and developing position. We anticipate that we will continue to grow into several counties in the Northern Kentucky area.

Education & Professional Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in the human services field with a minimum of 1 year of experience in a behavioral health setting post-bachelor’s degree.
• Certification in the following Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities approved trainings to meet the requirements outlined in 908 KAR 2:260:
  • Twelve (12) hour Targeted Case Management Core Training
  • Six (6) hour Substance Use Disorder Targeted Case Management Training
  • Six (6) hour Severe Emotional Disability Targeted Case Management Training
  • Six (6) hour Severe Mental Illness Targeted Case Management Training

The Ideal Candidate will be:

• Enthusiastic, organized self-starter
• Able to act as the face of the Agency/Program with referring partners, clients and families.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and engagement skills.
• Professional maturity and respect for others.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow through with documentation, communication and deadlines.
• Ability to support the agency’s mission and demonstrate respect for cultural diversity and team-centric harmony.

Job Specifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of current auto insurance.
• Must submit to required background checks, fingerprinting and initial drug screen.