ACT Case Manager

CrossWinds Counseling & Wellness•Emporia, KS

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

The ACT Case Manager position works in a multidisciplinary team to provide intensive case management services to persons with severe and persistent mental illness who are considered most at risk of unsuccessful independent living and subject to institutional services, care, and treatment. This position provides services through a strengths-based approach, support of the client adapting to life situations, learning and developing independent living skills, and providing educational resources including psychosocial groups.

Requirements

Associate’s degree plus two years’ experience in the health and human services field OR four years’ experience in the health and human services field is required.
One year of experience working with SPMI population is required.
Must complete Case Management Training and provide certificate within 6 months of hire.
Complete training in one or more specialized services.
Computer experience in Microsoft Office programs and basic computer fluency.
Ability to work with persons with severe and persistent mental illness; ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary therapeutic team; possess demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to react effectively in a variety of human service situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or counseling is preferred.

Responsibilities

Attends ACT team meetings to review referrals, address issues and report on client activities and progress.
Provides direct case management services to adults through ACT model.
Assists clients and their families to identify, secure, and maintain community resources.
Provides and coordinates necessary referrals and delivery of services among community agencies, employment contacts, and within the organization to ensure that client is receiving necessary services.
Works in partnership with clients and other vested individuals to design and implement a comprehensive and individualized plan of care based on a strengths assessment.
Provides back-up to ACT specialty services.
Maintains accurate and complete records of all client services, as defined by state licensing agencies, funding agencies, and CrossWinds standards and requirements. Submits daily, progress notes, client status reports, and all other related services, documentation and paperwork in a timely manner and acceptable format.
Develops knowledge of community resources and how to access these services for the benefit of clients.
Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship and professional demeanor with clients, external community partners, agency staff members, and visitors.
Attends professional workshops and seminars in order to maintain and improve professional skills and meet licensure/certification requirements.