Mental Health Case Manager

Fedcap, Inc., a Fedcap program, is currently hiring for a full-time Mental Health Case Manager to provide services to our clients in the Jamaica, NY area. This psychology position earns a competitive wage.

In addition to competitive pay of $47,000 - $49,000/yr and our honest culture, we offer our Mental Health Case Manager the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• A flexible spending account (FSA)
• Short- and long-term disability
• A 403(b) plan
• An employee assistance program
• A future mom's program
• Life insurance

So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why of this social work position, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet you soon!

DAY-TO-DAY

This full-time social work position in human services works during the day.

As a Mental Health Case Manager with our nonprofit, you serve as part of our Case Management Support Program (CMSP) to help individuals that have substance abuse disorders, are in transitional housing, have a severe mental illness, or have other complicated behavioral health issues. You provide counsel to clients on the treatment and rehabilitation process as well as advise them of their rights and responsibilities. As needed, you help clients coordinate a manageable treatment and work schedule and accompany them to appointments. You also help clients collect documentation for social security and housing applications as well as provide advocacy services throughout the application process.

Additionally, you provide community-based services in a variety of settings in a flexible manner, which may include clients' homes, treatment facilities, transitional housing sites, or shelters. Some of the services you provide involve helping clients understand and explore their needs, strengths, interests, aptitudes, experiences, capabilities, career goals, and family situations. You continuously update and maintain your client's comprehensive service plans and address any additional support services that are needed such as housing, legal services, medical, domestic violence, educational, or employment services.

Based on substance abuse assessments, you provide referrals to treatment or harm reduction services. You maintain ongoing contact either face-to-face or by phone with clients to promote and encourage their compliance with our programs. Using your keen eye for detail and psychology expertise, you identify early warning signs of crisis and conduct timely relapse intervention as needed. You provide outreach to clients struggling with program participation and address any underlying issues preventing their success. Having a job that uses your strong psychology knowledge to help clients improve their lives is why you love your position in social work!

ABOUT FEDCAP, INC.

Launched as part of The Fedcap Group in 2018, Fedcap, Inc. offers a wide array of programs and services to help individuals achieve success in education and employment to become self-sufficient adults. Our specific focus areas include case management, work readiness, vocational or employer-based training, job placement, and post-placement support. We provide a broad range of services to thousands of individuals across a growing footprint, helping them achieve economic and social well-being.

We are committed to making sustainable, high-outcome, and life-changing differences for the individuals and families we serve. Our services are only as effective as the quality of the people who make up our team. To achieve our mission, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

OUR IDEAL MENTAL HEALTH CASE MANAGER

• Communicator - has excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Optimistic - can maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Patient - able to remain calm in stressful situations
• Discrete - can handle confidential information with discretion
• Team player - works well in a collaborative environment

If this sounds like you, keep reading about this psychology position!

REQUIREMENTS FOR A MENTAL HEALTH CASE MANAGER

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field such as psychology, vocational rehabilitation, or occupational rehabilitation from an accredited institution
• Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)
• 2+ years of case management experience OR related training or experience

Bilingual would be a plus, but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. If you meet the above requirements, we need you. Apply today to join our social work team as a Mental Health Case Manager!

Location: 11433