Adult Behavioral Health Social Worker/Case Manager

Brown County•3150 Gershwin Dr. Green Bay, WI

16h

About The Position

Brown County Health and Human Services is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and goal-oriented professional for its Behavioral Health Unit. Under the supervision of a Behavioral Health Supervisor, the position provides referrals, case management, and direct services to adults and older adults facing issues including abuse and neglect, chronic illness or disability, mental illness, and alcohol or other substance abuse. The role serves individuals and families in the community and includes assessment, service planning, monitoring, direct community-based support, and coordination with other agencies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field.
Experience in a social service agency.
Valid Wisconsin driver's license.
Knowledge of social work principles, methods, and practices.
Knowledge of current social and economic problems and their effects on individuals and families.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices concerning federal and state public welfare programs.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local resources and how they can assist individuals and families.
Knowledge of the living conditions, values, and behavior of the ethnic and subcultural groups served by the agency.
Ability to work flexible hours, including on-call hours, and to work the required hours of the position.
Ability to attend staff and other meetings as needed.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to provide environmental and supportive social services to individuals and families.
Ability to diagnose and provide appropriate treatment services.
Ability to plan and organize work to achieve objectives.
Ability to relate to people in an unprejudiced and understanding manner.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships within the agency and community.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to participate in and appropriately use available supervision.

Nice To Haves

State Social Worker Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Screen and evaluate individuals to determine appropriate services based on their needs.
Develop and implement service plans for clients and their families.
Provide primary case management for assigned clients, including assessment, service planning, monitoring, and evaluation.
Provide direct community-based services to specific client populations.
Participate in discharge planning for individuals leaving inpatient or nursing home placements.
Provide consultation to human service agencies.
Provide community education to the public and agencies.
Complete and maintain required documentation and reports in accordance with applicable requirements, codes, and policies.
Accept requests and referrals for unit services.
Recruit volunteers through media, speaking engagements, and other methods.
Assess and investigate reports or referrals of adult abuse and neglect.
Make collateral contacts with medical, legal, mental health, and other human services agencies and organizations; provide information and referral services.
Perform related functions as assigned.