Case Manager-Adult
$29,120–$44,310 year
On-siteLowndes, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Screen, assess, and develop case plans for adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders to reduce recidivism and unnecessary re-entry into local jails and hospitals. Coordinate with state coordinators, technical assistance teams, and community partners to implement diversion processes, while completing SUN Assessment Forms and Individual Service Plans for each client. Link consumers to mental health, social, and income support services including housing, transportation, and vocational programs, and transport clients to resolve crises. Document all services in the Electronic Health Record, track discharged consumers, and participate in regular staffing and required training activities. Work with county jails and hospital staff to ensure appropriate transitions of care.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of psychotropic drugs concerning their use, misuse, desirable and undesirable effects, and research materials available on these drugs.
- Knowledge of assessing the mental status of individuals in need of mental health services.
- Considerable knowledge of mental health services and available resources.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with consumers, families, hospital staff and community mental health center staff.
- Ability to work in a proactive, assertive, and energetic manner in fulfilling the duties of this position.
- Willing to work in non-traditional and in-home settings.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and/or weekends if necessary.
- Must complete and receive certification in ADMH approved case management training upon hire.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to transport clients.
- Ability to work effectively as a treatment team member.
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with other professionals and other agencies.
- Ability to organize and manage one's own activities with a minimum of direct supervision.
- Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends if necessary.
- Willing to provide on-call services if necessary.
- Ability to quickly establish rapport with clients.
- Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science or related field from a recognized college or university plus two years direct, related experience.
- Must meet requirements for Approved Medicaid Provider Status.
- Must hold a valid Driver's License and maintain a driving record that is acceptable to Carastar's insurance carrier.
- Must maintain at least liability coverage on personal vehicles.
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