Case Manager II - Mental Health 637

LC0637-Kern CARE Court•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Case Manager II serves as a primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness and other co-occurring disorders, helping them live as independently as possible in their chosen community. The CARE Court ACT program provides time-limited, community-based, holistic support to people who meet CARE criteria and agree to participate. Its person-centered approach addresses individual needs, connects members with resources, and supports recovery, independence, productivity, and community integration. The program is based on the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model and Housing First principles. This is a full-time, weekday AM position, with scheduled hours of 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The expected starting wage range is $23.00–$23.71. Telecare applies geographic differentials, and the range assigned depends on the location where the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED equivalent and two years of direct services experience in mental health or community services; or an associate degree and one year of experience; or a bachelor’s degree in social services.
Valid and current driver’s license.
Personal vehicle insurance listing the applicant as a driver.
Willingness to use a personal vehicle to transport clients to appointments, groups, and other activities.

Responsibilities

Provide primary support and case management to individuals with mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
Assist individuals in living as independently as possible in their chosen community.
Provide community-based, holistic support using a person-centered approach.
Connect program members to resources that can help them achieve their goals.
Use a personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments, groups, and other activities.

Benefits

Paid time off for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week, accrued each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with prorated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
Nine paid holidays.
Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shifts and 10% for NOC shifts.
Weekend shift differentials for hourly staff: 5% for Weekend AM, 11% for Weekend PM, and 15% for Weekend NOC shifts.
Free continuing education units (CEUs).
Free supervision for a BBS Associate License.
Coaching and mentorship.
Online University tuition discount and company scholarships.
Medical insurance.
Vision insurance.
Dental insurance.
401(k).
Employee Stock Ownership Plan.