SIGNING BONUS $1500 About Us: As a non-profit organization Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services from inpatient to outpatient care. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day! Role Overview: The Case Manager is responsible for the delivery of case management services to all assigned clients and works in collaboration with the care team to provide ongoing care coordination and treatment planning. The Case Manager will work collaboratively with clients and their families to develop a medically necessary treatment plan utilizing the concept of the Golden Thread DLA-20 assessment and Motivational Interviewing to help guide treatment planning efforts. Key Responsibilities: - Meet with new clients and their families to explain the model of care and provide a brief introduction to the services available at VCC.
- Conduct the DLA-20 Assessment to determine case management goals and collaborate with clients and their families to create and maintain a medically necessary treatment plan in accordance with VCC procedures.
- Provide case management and care coordination services as indicated by the treatment plan and support the identified level of care and need for the client.
- Support clients in developing skills to improve functioning in activities of daily living (personal hygiene and grooming nutrition grocery shopping budgeting maintaining stable housing etc.).
- Achieve 60% productivity (24 hours) billable services per full FTE.
- Assist in identifying and linking clients to appropriate community-based services and support (primary care mental health and/or substance abuse treatment housing financial benefits etc.).
- Facilitate/co-facilitate educational and/or skill building group treatment services to support clients in learning skills to manage chronic health conditions or improve functioning in daily living activities.
- Provide crisis intervention as needed.
What Were Looking For: Education: - BA Degree in Behavioral Sciences and one year post full-time equivalent clinical experience
Experience: - Crisis response verbal de-escalation
- Treatment planning
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse client population with a strengths-based approach
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: - Understanding of Medicaid and Medicare benefit packages
- Ability to effectively utilize multiple platforms.
Additional Qualifications - Ability to obtain Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration upon hire.
- Ability to work independently.
- Current Drivers License and Automotive Insurance: If transporting clients in personal vehicle.
- Pass required background checks.
Why Join Us - Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical dental vision and 403(b).
- 21 days of PTO plus 11 Paid Holidays
- $450/year for training/professional development
- Free Supervision Hours towardsWashington State Licensure
- Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A positive and collaborative work environment.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees/clients.
How to Apply: If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume (cover letter optional) detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role. Join us at Valley Cities and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. We look forward to welcoming you on board! Schedule: For a Case Manager at Valley Cities Behavioral Health the position is dynamic providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager. We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal state or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age physical or mental disability or protected veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
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