Case Manager-BH - Bakersfield Adult BH

Clinica Sierra Vista•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

The Case Manager, under the general supervision of their Clinic Manager, is responsible for the coordinating of resources and services for clients. This staff member provides case management services and assists the mental health clinician in the development and delivery of services to mentally ill individuals; participates in group and individual counseling programs; acts as an advocate for the client and creates/maintains relationships with community groups; and completes documentation in case records. Emphasis is on the interdisciplinary team approach as a problem-solving process in providing comprehensive care to clients and their families. The Case Manager shall have a committed belief in mental health care with dignity for all, and that clients have the right to mental heath care information and participation in planning their own mental heath care

Requirements

Completion of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, or university, with a major in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Behavioral Science, Social Work or related field.
A clean drug screen confirmation.
Pass DMV background check.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting the client to complete appropriate releases of information important to client compliance with individual plans of care.
Advocates for clients when there is a problem in the service delivery system.
Assists clients in identifying and correcting situations that contribute to mental health problems; performs crisis intervention counseling at a level not requiring licensure; and assist clinicians in planning the range of care needed to meet clients’ needs.
Responsible for maintaining assigned case load and client contacts as required by contract requirements and/or program protocols.
Candidates must be culturally competent and demonstrate ability to engage with patients of the multi-cultural backgrounds, nationalities, origins and diverse sexual preferences.
Visits clients regularly in their homes and in the community to assess their home situations, deliver services, and determine if other services are required.
Keeps accurate, up-to-date records on clients served in accordance with system standards.
Prepares and delivers oral presentations to the public regarding Clinica Sierra Vista’s mental health services program.
Works with other staff to develop community resources.
Serves as liaison with other community agencies and schools.
Develops and implements support and educational groups.
Be available to translate for specific sessions, if qualified.