Behavioral Health Specialist Case Manager; Permanent Supportive Housing
About The Position
We're seeking two (2) full-time Behavioral Health Specialist Case Managers for Transitional Age Youth (TAY) at the Lotus who will be responsible for providing comprehensive case management and behavioral health support services to youth aged 18-24 who are experiencing housing instability or homelessness. The Case Manager works collaboratively with strategic partners, using a trauma-informed approach to support youth in maintaining housing. This role is critical in ensuring housing retention by delivering high-quality, individualized services that address both housing needs and behavioral health challenges. The Professional I Behavioral Health Specialist, Case Manager contributes to the PSH Care Team by providing strength-based case management services to individuals with a history of being chronically unhoused and behavioral health conditions and other psychosocial needs to promote wellness and housing stability and retention. Provides integrated care by ensuring that whole person health needs are met, including medical and behavioral healthcare, as well as substance misuse services. Uses care coordination skills with individuals, their families, and internal and external providers to ensure seamless care and facilitate linkages to community resources.
Requirements
- A High school diploma with 3 years case management or care coordination experience, a bachelor's degree preferred.
- Prior experience working with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) youth
- A working knowledge of the stages of growth and development and family dynamics
- A valid driver's license in the State of Ohio with access to an insured vehicle for client transportation, the ability and desire to work closely with other team members
- The ability to form effective therapeutic relationships to engage clients in the mutual assessment of problems and goal setting and to help coordinate care plans from initial contact through end of service.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision and dental insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance Retirement Savings (401k) with a company contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
