Behavioral Health Case Manager (Psychologist, Lcsw, Lmft)

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CASE MANAGER

The primary care Behavioral Health Case Manager provides case management services to adults and their families as part of a full-service treatment team. Services may include: evaluation, assessment, crisis intervention, resource and plan development, home visits, and after-care planning. Additional responsibilities may include community education groups, expanding outreach and referrals, and conducting support groups for the Behavioral Health program in a primary care setting.

DUTIES &RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides clinically necessary services to adults and their families, including evaluation, assessment, crisis intervention, resource and plan development, case management, aftercare planning, and outreach services.
• Attend weekly group supervision/treatment planning sessions with clinical staff as part of a comprehensive treatment team, contributing to a positive departmental environment
• Attend weekly individual supervision sessions with the Counseling or Project Director
• Coordinate client treatment plans with other departments and public and private agencies, and assist the department in establishing and maintaining a network of supportive resources through outreach and referral
• Perform documentation of treatment sessions using standardized, best practices in the field
• Ability to chart and write clear comprehensive notes
• Perform Behavioral Health interventions with adults as needed
• Write necessary reports and letters on patient's behalf
• Participate in networking with partnering agencies
• Conduct educational events, trainings, and mental health promotion as needed
• Maintain strictest client confidentiality, except when mandated reporting is required
• Will comply with the IHC's HIPAA and Privacy Policies
• Other duties as assigned by the Counseling or Project Director

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE &ABILITIES:

• Possession of one of the following packages in the Behavioral Health field: Associate's degree with 6 years of clinical experience; Baccalaureate's degree with 4 years of clinical experience, or a Master's degree with 2 years of clinical experience as Behavioral Health Case Manager
• CAADAC certification is highly desired
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish preferred
• Knowledge of theory and treatment practices of interpersonal and social problems; community mental health; alcohol and other drug abuse interventions; suicide prevention; and community agencies and resources that assist with emotional wellness
• Understanding of California mandated reporting laws
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with staff
• Able to communicate effectively with staff, community, and the general public
• Ability to provide public presentations to others in the field
• Understanding of case management techniques
• Knowledge of & ability to relate to the American Indian community and other minority populations
• Understanding of California mandated reporting laws
• Knowledge of general mental health services and California State Rehabilitation Mental Health Option services is helpful
• Possession of a current California driver's license and automobile insurance