Case Manager, Adult Department - Get a FREE Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling!

Center for Life Management•Derry, NH

8d•$26

About The Position

Fulfill your purpose at CLM: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8bCS3JufXrPyr7SgiLrusQ Center for Life Management (CLM) provides the area's most comprehensive array of outpatient mental health services for adults and elders. Our multi-disciplined treatment team works with individuals ages 18+ who experience severe and persistent mental illness and/or co-occurring substance use disorders. The Adult Case Manager provides care planning, resource identification, benefit coordination, service monitoring, and community-based support to assist clients with improving symptoms and behaviors that otherwise interfere with daily functioning and wellness goals. This is a full time, 40 hour per week position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a health related field preferred (ex. Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Nursing, Human Services, etc.)
Associate’s degree in a health related field will be considered, along with a minimum of two years of direct service experience
Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment in routine, urgent, and emergent situations
Proficient computer skills, specifically with all Microsoft office applications
Ability to document effectively and efficiently in course of clinical work
Ability to navigate an electronic health record
Ability and desire to work as part of a clinical team while also able to be self-directed and motivated with minimal supervision
Ability to acquire and effectively practice new clinical skills as needed according to evolving agency needs/services
Effective communication skills, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task
Reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and proof of auto insurance coverage is required

Nice To Haves

Case management or case coordination experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide individual assessment to create care plans that specify presenting problems, objectives, interventions, and desired outcomes
Assist clients with applying for and maintaining adequate medical coverage to support consistent access to whole health care and treatment
Provide outreach, advocacy, coordination, resource identification, linkage and monitoring of internal and external supports and services
Provide counseling in the home or other community-based setting as deemed appropriate for the objectives, interventions and desired outcomes identified in the client’s treatment plan
Develop, apply, and reinforce coping strategies to reduce and/or ameliorate symptoms and behaviors that interfere with functioning and goal achievement
Provide crisis supports when clients experience acute exacerbation of symptoms to ensure their safety within the home and/or community
Provide timely documentation on each service delivered
Work collaboratively with other treatment team members, natural supports, and external providers to ensure a wrap-around approach is provided for continuity of client care
Provide set case management contacts per month and functional support services as needed to meet client care (eligible for incentive pay upon exceeding productivity expectation)
Serve on appropriate committees, both internal and external, as determined by supervisor
Function professionally and in a manner that protects the integrity, confidentiality and rights of all patients
Execute all required services and documentation in accordance with agency policies and federal/state standards
Maintain professional memberships, licenses, accreditation, certifications, etc.
Represent CLM in a professional and appropriate manner in all settings
Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Flexible Spending Account
Paid earned time (3 weeks in year one, caps at 6 weeks)
Paid holidays (8) with bonus birthday holiday in your birth month
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 3% company contribution upon 1 year of employment
Life Insurance paid by company
Short and Long Term Disability paid by company
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance paid by company
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), accessible to staff and their natural supports
Company issued cell phone and laptop as needed for role
Scholarship for professional advancement
Mileage reimbursement for applicable positions
On the job training and continuing education opportunities
Rewarding and supportive work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
Flexible work schedule
Teamwork, teamwork and more teamwork!
The Center for Life Management has partnered with New England College to offer a Master’s Degree!
This is an exciting opportunity for CLM staff to earn a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS) degree in 3 years.
Who’s Eligible and What’s Required:
Must be a regular, full-time CLM employee in good standing for 9 months or more.
Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.
Must agree to a five (5) year commitment of full-time employment in good standing with the Center for Life Management (beginning from start date/year of Professional Development Program participation).
Participants must maintain a B average to continue participation in the program.
Cost of tuition is covered by Center for Life Management
Employee is responsible for applicable taxable portion of tuition remission