ICMS Case Manager (Mental Health) - Somerset County, NJ
About The Position
Since 1948, Easterseals New Jersey has worked to meet the continuously growing needs of people with disabilities and their families. Its services for individuals with mental health conditions provide daily living support and community-based programs that teach valuable life skills through instruction and real-world experiences. Through community outreach within Somerset County, NJ, provide ongoing support to consumers to help them function independently and access mental health services. Conduct home visits to engage with consumers in their environments to reduce risks of hospitalization and promote functional integration into the community. Assist consumers in accessing needed services and ensure transportation to appointments. Develop individualized service plans and ensure the consumer’s engagement with community mental health and non-mental health services. Assess the need for crisis intervention and assist in psychiatric emergency situations. Encourage wellness and recovery while maintaining individual dignity and respect. Work with multi-disciplinary teams to develop discharge plans and ensure continuity of care.
Requirements
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field, from an accredited institution and possess one (1) year of relevant supervisory experience; OR Bachelor of Arts in social work, counseling, psychology or related field, from an accredited institution, and three (3) years of post-graduate work experience in mental health and possess one (1) year of relevant supervisory experience.
- Budget management
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines.
- Able to fully utilize technology, including but not limited to Electronic Health Records.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- A compassionate, flexible, and client-focused approach to care.
Responsibilities
- Provide ongoing support to consumers to help them function independently and access mental health services.
- Conduct home visits to engage with consumers in their environments to reduce risks of hospitalization and promote functional integration into the community.
- Assist consumers in accessing needed services and ensure transportation to appointments.
- Develop individualized service plans and ensure the consumer’s engagement with community mental health and non-mental health services.
- Assess the need for crisis intervention and assist in psychiatric emergency situations.
- Encourage wellness and recovery while maintaining individual dignity and respect.
- Work with multi-disciplinary teams to develop discharge plans and ensure continuity of care.
Benefits
- Company Car, Laptop & Cell Phone
- Competitive Pay & Benefits – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employer-Paid Coverage – Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement Savings – 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Time Off – Paid Time Off, Holidays, Medical Leave, and PTO Buy-Back options
- Convenience & Support – Direct Deposit, Payroll Card, and Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness & Recognition – Wellness Program and Referral Bonus program.
- Training & Development – Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
