Case Manager - Reentry

Cherry Health • Detroit, MI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

For individuals transitioning from closed custody correctional facilities, Cherry Health provides Person Centered Reentry Services to ease the transition back into the community. Services are available at two locations: our Community Treatment Center (CTC) in Detroit and Community Alternatives Program (CAP) in Grand Rapids. Services include 24-hour residential treatment in a structured environment with individual and group counseling services. Some participants come to us directly from a correctional facility, while others come as part of a diversion program to keep them out of prison. Together, we work to address health issues (including behavioral health issues) and other reentry needs i.e., employment, education, housing, and fostering connections to help justice system involved persons successfully reintegrate back into their respective communities. Job Description Summary: The Case Manager - Reentry is responsible for managing and coordinating clinical activities for residents, including assessments, treatment planning, counseling, and discharge planning. This position ensures that residents receive the appropriate clinical care and services while adhering to established policies and procedures. The Case Manager works closely with the Clinical Manager to maintain continuity of care and facilitate clinical case reviews and group counseling. This is a full time, benefit eligible position typically working day shift hours Monday - Friday onsite at our Community Treatment Center in Detroit.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, or a related field required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in human services, corrections, or community-based services required.
• Knowledge of recipient rights and applicable laws.
• Excellent organizational and crisis management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Knowledge of correctional criminogenic needs and the criminal justice system.
• Ability to develop and implement treatment plans and case conferences.
• Understanding group dynamics and group processes.
• Ability to utilize ancillary services and knowledge of available resources.
• Strong statistical record keeping and data compilation skills.

Nice To Haves

• LMSW or a Master's degree preferred.
• MCBAP certification is desired.
• Three years of social work experience, including at least two years of group and casework experience, preferred.
• Experience with vocational and career counseling.
• Work experience may be substituted for academic studies—one year of work experience in a related field may replace one year of academic education. A total of five years of experience may be substituted for education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform case management for assigned clients, including conducting biopsychosocial assessments, creating treatment plans, providing individual and group counseling, and preparing progress reports to referral sources.
• Coordinate and facilitate residents' appointments, aftercare planning, and discharge processes.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Manager to maintain the continuity of treatment and clinical activities within the program.
• Participate in case conferences to discuss trends, treatment dynamics, and clinical case reviews.
• Facilitate counseling groups as assigned.
• Maintain a therapeutic environment for residents, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere.
• Provide disciplinary action for incidents involving residents, in consultation with the Clinical Manager.
• Maintain timely and accurate records of residents' progress.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit – 4 weeks per year for full time
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5%
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees