Manager - Mental Health Case Management

Ascension • Schaumburg, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Details
Department: Case Management
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Hospital: Ascension Alexian Behavioral Health
Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
Salary: $98,549.85 - $133,332.15 per year
A Master's Degree in Social Work is required

Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

Responsibilities
Manage assigned case managers, related activities and workflow to ensure effective and efficient patient care.
Manage professional and clerical associates who work in case management, as well as tracking of the post-acute period and provision of disease management, and contracting with internal and external resources.
Communicate with administration and medical staff in matters related to appropriateness of hospital admissions, discharge planning, and length of stay.
Serve as content specialist for staff in the areas of utilization criteria, appeal and review process, and case management system documentation.
Develop staff schedule and revises assignments daily to assure optimal unit coverage and distribution of workload within staffing standards.
Cover on units as needed and serves as a resource for complex case management issues.

Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
One or more of the following required:
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Social Worker credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date
Case Manager credentialed from the American Case Management Association (ACMA) preferred.
Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred.
Education:
High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree
required.
Master's degree preferred.
Work Experience:
3 years of experience required.
1 year of leadership or management experience required.

Additional Preferences
A Master's Degree in Social Work is required
Must have an IL LCSW licensure
Experience working in mental health
Clinical Supervision experience

Why Join Our Team
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Requirements

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Social Worker credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date
• Case Manager credentialed from the American Case Management Association (ACMA) preferred.
• Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred.
• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3 years of experience required.
• 1 year of leadership or management experience required.

Nice To Haves

• A Master's Degree in Social Work is required
• Must have an IL LCSW licensure
• Experience working in mental health
• Clinical Supervision experience

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned case managers, related activities and workflow to ensure effective and efficient patient care.
• Manage professional and clerical associates who work in case management, as well as tracking of the post-acute period and provision of disease management, and contracting with internal and external resources.
• Communicate with administration and medical staff in matters related to appropriateness of hospital admissions, discharge planning, and length of stay.
• Serve as content specialist for staff in the areas of utilization criteria, appeal and review process, and case management system documentation.
• Develop staff schedule and revises assignments daily to assure optimal unit coverage and distribution of workload within staffing standards.
• Cover on units as needed and serves as a resource for complex case management issues.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED