Behavioral Health Case Manager

Chsfl • Lakeland, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At CHS, we create spaces where every child and family is supported and has access to the opportunities they need to pursue their dreams. Together, we’re building strong, safe and stable homes for children. And we’re helping children throughout Florida realize their full potential. Join our team and embark upon a career that changes lives – including yours! As a Behavioral Health Case Manager, they assess client and family needs and coordinates provision of necessary services and/or treatment. Overall, the Behavioral Health Case Manager contributes to the CHS high performance culture by exhibiting our values and providing quality results that keep CHS as the premier provider of child, family and behavioral health support services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a major in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Special Education, Health Education, or a human services related field from an accredited university, required.
• Florida Driver’s License within 30 days from hire with daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle, required.
• With a major in a human services related field, one year full time or equivalent experience working with severely emotionally disturbed children, required.
• With a major in a non-human services related field, three years full time or equivalent experience.
• Successful completion of AHCA-approved mental health targeted case management training within three months of initially providing Medicaid services, required.
• Must successfully complete the Certified Case Manager Certification as specified, required.
• Planning, organization and time management, oral and written communication.
• Ability to work primarily Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with flexibility to work outside standard hours as needed to complete home visits or attend required activities.
• Interpersonal relationship building, collaboration, teamwork.
• Computer systems and MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Handle stressful, sensitive situations; preserve confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Interact effectively with children/families from all backgrounds, being sensitive to service population’s cultural/socioeconomic characteristics.
• Demonstrate the behaviors of our CHS Common Bond Values.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services (information, plan referral and linkages) as needed.
• Provide in-home services to clients.
• Complete required assessments.
• Assist and counsel clients by delineating alternatives, identifying goals and providing needed information.
• Develop and maintain client records and program documentation according to contract and CHS standards (assessments, service plans, progress notes, termination summaries, etc.)
• Coordinate and advocate for services, working with other professionals and para-professionals.
• Complete documentation needed to bill Medicaid.

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus of $500
• Full Time
• Flexibility for Work-Life Balance: Full- and part-time options.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a collaborative team that encourages connection.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Great Compensation & Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, generous PTO and holidays, and a robust 403(b).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level