Outpatient Case Manager

STARFISH FAMILY SERVICES INC • Westland, MI

5d • $50,000 - $50,000

About The Position

The Outpatient Case Manager is responsible for the assessment, planning, coordination, and monitoring of Mental Health/Community Services to children, youth, and their families who reside within Western Wayne County. This is a community-based position.

Requirements

• Must meet criteria as a Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP).
• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health or related field from an accredited school with a minimum three years of supervised experience in the examination, evaluation, and treatment of minors and their families is required.
• Must possess a current valid State of Michigan driver’s license and automobile insurance that is insurable. Must meet SFS and our insurance carrier guidelines for the transportation of children/ clients.
• Knowledge of various systems operating in Wayne County (i.e. Community Mental Health, Department of Social Services, Juvenile Court, Probate Court, School).
• Must have reliable mode of transportation
• Must possess a current valid State of Michigan chauffeur’s driver’s license and automobile insurance that is insurable. Must meet SFS and our insurance carrier guidelines for the transportation of children/ clients.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a mental health-related field from an accredited school preferred with one year of experience in the examination, evaluation and treatment of minors and their families preferred
• Prior experience working in a Community Health setting preferred
• Current valid professional licensure/certification in the State of Michigan preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain a minimum of monthly face-to-face contact with the family regarding the client’s case and the family’s needs in the family home, school, and/or other community setting.
• Develop/maintain liaison relationships with various community facilities.
• Develop, in a timely manner, a written client comprehensive assessment and service plan, which identifies the needs of the client/family.
• Assist the family in advocacy for the development and provision of appropriate community services for the client.
• Facilitate the out-of-home placement of a client when necessary.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive data base of current community resources for staff and clients.
• Work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the program and clients.
• Participate in and contribute to staff case reviews and staff training in collaboration with mental health therapist.
• Responsible for keeping client files in order and up to date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees