Targeted Case Manager

CAYA Collaborative Care•Scottsville, KY

2d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Targeted Case Manager (TCM) provides case management services to individuals in an assigned program serving people with severe mental illness (SMI), substance use disorders (SUD), and/or serious emotional disturbance (SED). The role includes acquiring resources, connecting participants with services, coordinating physical and mental health care, and monitoring participants’ changing needs. Services are provided both in the clinic and in community settings, including homes, schools, courts, and DCBS locations. The position is full-time, based at the Allen County Service Center in Scottsville, Kentucky, with first-shift hours and travel of up to 50%.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in a behavioral science field, including but not limited to Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Studies, Human Services, Counseling, Nursing, Behavioral Analysis, Public Health, Special Education, Gerontology, Recreational Therapy, Education, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or Faith-Based Education.
One year of post-graduate experience working with individuals with mental health needs, substance use disorders, or serious emotional disabilities; a master’s degree in one of the listed behavioral science disciplines may substitute for the experience in accordance with state regulations.
Reliable transportation, a current driver’s license, and auto insurance; must be able to transport clients.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Ability to sit for extended periods for meetings, documentation, and clinic services.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move within clinic and community settings.
Ability to travel across regional sites when needed.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow regulatory and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

Assess client and family strengths and needs.
Link clients and/or families to appropriate community resources.
Assist clients and families with advocacy efforts involving other community services.
Maintain appropriate contact with clients and/or families, including at least four contacts per month, two of which must be face-to-face.
Collaborate with Lifeskills staff and external providers to support clients’ recovery from mental illness and/or substance use.
Assure client choice and access to community resources.
Provide services in the clinic and community settings, including homes, schools, courts, and DCBS locations.
Help individuals engage in activities that offer opportunities to develop meaningful community roles, such as volunteer, employee, member, customer, or patron.
Use a personal vehicle to transport individuals to and from community settings of their choice.
Conduct oneself morally and ethically and serve as a positive role model.
Provide billable targeted case management services to 23–25 clients per month, or as appropriate to the program.
Fill in for other staff from time to time during their absence, as assigned by a supervisor.
Attend individual and group supervision as scheduled.
Document services provided in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to regulatory and ethical standards.
Travel across regional sites when needed.