Superb Benefits!

New Vista of the Bluegrass Inc•Lexington, KY

About The Position

If you are mission-driven and want to help the lives of people in your community, we have a place for you on our Team! $5K per year Educational Assistance and the potential to earn up to $1K each quarter in additional productivity incentives above base salary! The Case Manager advocates for, and assists clients with, gaining access to needed medical, social, educational, or other services to address identified needs and achieve specific goals. The Case Manager provides ongoing assessment and support to engage potential clients and promote links to services during a critical engagement point. The Case Manager provides referrals and information to increase education for clients and families on available resources, increase support networks, and coordinate care among multiple service providers such as Drug Court, Mental Health/Substance Abuse Treatment Team, Department of Community Based Services, Juvenile Justice, schools and health care providers. The Case manager participates as a member of a team established to respond to population specific areas, i.e., adolescent and adult substance use, seriously mentally ill adults, or youth with severe emotional disabilities. The Case Manager maintains regular direct and indirect contact with clients and others who play a significant, vital role in the client’s life.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or other behavioral science related field
SMI Adults and SED Child case managers must have one year of full-time employment experience working directly with adults / children in a human service setting post degree. A Master’s degree may be substituted for this experience
Substance Use case managers must demonstrate one year of full-time employment experience working directly with individuals in a human service setting post degree. A Master’s degree may be substituted for this experience
Deaf and Hard of Hearing case managers must demonstrate proficiency in American Sign Language. Must demonstrate receipt of an Advanced or above rating on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI). Must have one year of full-time employment experience working directly with adults / children in a human service setting post degree
Must complete a Targeted Case Management certification program offered and approved by the state within six months of employment
Valid driver’s license, reliable operating transportation, and proof of current auto insurance

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
Knowledge of mental health issues, substance use issues, and community supports
Knowledge of Person-Centered Recovery based interventions in Case Management services

Responsibilities

Provide direct face-to-face services to link clients to resources and programs to address identified needs
Assist clients in developing a Person-Centered Recovery plan of care
Provide ongoing monitoring to ensure services are being furnished in accordance with the plan of care
Provide advocacy services on behalf of clients and their families
Participate in team and treatment planning meetings to assist clients with identifying and attaining their goals
Collaborate, coordinate, and provide resources for individual clients as an extension of the team services
Serve as a community liaison to link clients to services in the community and assist client in building family, friends, and community relationships
Serve as liaison between clients and the recovery team
Inform supervisor, and other members of the team as indicated, of issues/concerns related to individual clients
Attend community meetings and committees to provide education and resources to people in the community
Engage community partners and advance relationships in regard to mental health and substance use disorder services and education
Document to meet medical necessity and joint commission standards
Maintain accurate, thorough records on all assigned cases
Present documentation in a timely manner to assist clients in evaluating progress