Child and Adolescent Case Manager

Claratel Behavioral Health•Decatur, GA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child & Adolescent Case Manager/Community Support Individual (CSI) is part of Claratel Behavioral Health’s Child & Adolescent Program, providing recovery-focused, child- and family-driven, strength-based, solution-focused services to children and adolescents in their communities. Under general supervision, the CSI provides interventions tied to treatment goals in each Individual Recovery Plan (IRP), coordinates care, participates in agency and intra-agency community meetings, supports family navigation and access to services, and provides family education and support in using natural community supports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as counseling, criminal justice, or social work.
At least two years of experience in a behavioral health setting providing case management or community support services.
Technology proficiency to use electronic medical records, computers, telehealth systems, and cell phones.
Care coordination skills to help individuals access or connect with additional resources and services within the agency and/or community.
Transportation to and from work.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to be a positive team player.
Complete and pass the agency-sponsored defensive driving course and other required agency training courses.
Selected applicants are subject to an FBI Criminal History Record Check; successful completion of a criminal history background check is required.
Pre-employment drug screening may be required; the posting also states that pre-employment drug screening is required.

Responsibilities

Complete community needs and clinical assessments, including the Emerging Adult Case Plan, Transition to Adult Care, and Life Skills Assessment, for assigned individuals.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings in court, community partnership, and education settings, providing input on client treatment needs based on interactions and observations.
Provide ongoing support, case management, and skill-building in accordance with strengths, needs, and preferences identified in treatment plans.
Complete timely, high-quality documentation for service contacts, face-to-face and collateral meetings, and outreach attempts in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
Meet regularly with the Program Manager for professional growth, review and evaluation of case management services, and administrative matters.
Make outreach to all clients on the assigned caseload at least twice monthly.
Facilitate communication between community providers on behalf of clients.
Communicate effectively with clinicians and agency staff about client challenges and concerns.
Maintain ethical standards and immediately communicate safety issues or changes in client health to the Program Manager.
Transport program participants in an agency vehicle on community integration outings.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Program Manager and/or Director, including group skills services and community partnerships.