Case Manager - PACT

COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE•Yakima, WA

2d•$27 - $41

About The Position

Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services. Case Managers work within various teams at Comprehensive to provide support and coordination of care to our outpatient clients. Recognizing the complex needs beyond mental health and substance use treatment, Case Managers work with clients to build skills necessary for independent living, self-advocacy, treatment engagement, and social participation. Case Managers support clients and ensure they are connected with the necessary community resources that will enable them to fully engage with and be successful in treatment. To be successful in this role, Case Managers will need excellent communication and relationship-building skills, knowledge of community resources, and comfort with making home visits and traveling locally throughout the workday. This particular position is part of our PACT team in Yakima. PACT (Program for Assertive Community Treatment) is a service delivery model with the primary goal of recovery through community treatment. Its target population is those with challenging and persistent mental health issues. The PACT model is characterized by a team approach, shared caseload, time-unlimited services, flexible service delivery, and 24/7 crisis availability. PACT is a community based treatment team, with a majority of services provided out in the community. PACT provides intensive level of care services. This team is very fast paced and on the go. The ideal candidate must have efficient time management, organizational and prioritization skills The schedule for this Case Manager role is Tuesday-Friday 8am-7pm, plus required participation in the on-call rotation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field
Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor
Must have valid driver's license, vehicle liability insurance, and three years of safe driving experience
In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

collaborating with each client to create an individualized treatment plan
assisting clients with obtaining benefits and community services
serving as protective payee for assigned clients and assisting with budgeting and tracking spending
visiting a client in their home or apartment to deliver medications, check on safety issues, or assist with life skill development
coordinating with other service providers and treatment teams to expedite services and advocate on the client’s behalf
monitoring clients’ progress, symptoms, and medication response
facilitating educational, behavioral health, or skill-building groups
completing all documentation in a respectful, client-centered manner

Benefits

A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs
A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services
Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
Access to Employee Assistance Program services
Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
Tuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing additional education
Employer-funded student loan repayment assistance