Adult Case Manager

Pawnee Mental Health Services Inc•Manhattan, KS

20d

About The Position

As an adult case manager at Pawnee, you will be responsible for assessing the needs of adult clients with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness and developing a plan to enhance their functioning. You will also be responsible for coordinating treatment by identifying and establishing services with various community organizations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or equivalent work experience
Reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and automobile liability insurance
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Basic computer skills
Results of criminal and all other applicable background checks must meet the approval of Pawnee Mental Health Services.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the needs and challenges of adults who experience severe emotional disturbances
Experience with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Work with the treatment team to identify treatment goals and strategies
Identify, establish, and coordinate treatment services by liaising with schools or other outside organizations
Build relationships with clients and their families while helping them make informed choices to meet their basic needs
Appropriately document plans and updates in the electronic health record
Provide resources and education to friends, families, and the community about mental illness
Assist clients with maintaining the benefits they need to successfully continue the rehabilitation process

Benefits

Medical & Vision Insurance through BCBS or Aetna (single coverage typically $50–$100/month)
Dental Insurance – 100% employer-paid for employees
KPERS Retirement – Lifetime pension program
Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance at no cost to you
8 Paid Holidays each year
Generous PTO – 12 days your first year, increasing to 18 days after year one
Paid Medical Leave – 40 hours available immediately upon hire
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Optional Supplemental Benefits including short-term disability, additional life insurance, and critical illness coverage
Monthly incentive (up to $8,000 yearly) for meeting client care expectations.