Adult Case Manager, In-Home

DEFINITION:  This is responsible professional work providing services to a limited target population as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing treatment, rehabilitation and support to persons with serious mental illness and severe functional disability on an outreach basis.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

  • Participate in staffing of all assigned cases at least twice weekly with other treatment team members.
  • Provide assertive community treatment services to clients assigned to the team.
  • Identify eligible individuals for case management services.
  • Complete referral information including name and a problem statement.
  • Visit referred persons and determine needs using the SUN Assessment by conversing with the individual.
  • Complete a SUN Assessment Form on each client utilizing information gained from the client or a significant other.
  • Determine resources that would meet the needs identified in the SUN Assessment by contacting provider sources, public and private, both in and out of the catchment area.
  • Prepare a plan for the provision of community mental health services to the targeted individual involved and review such plan not less that once every three months.
  • Provide assistance in obtaining and coordinating social and maintenance services for the individual, including services relating to daily living activities, transportation services, habilitation/rehabilitation services, prevocational/vocational services, and housing services.
  • Assist the individual in obtaining income support services, including housing assistance, food stamps, and supplemental security income benefits.
  • Refer the individual for such other services as may be appropriate.
  • Provide representative payee services in accordance with section 1631 (a) (2) of the Social Security Act if the Individual is receiving aid under title XVI of such Act.
  • Transport clients to services, as well as conduct outreach visits.
  • Participate in training activities as required by the Authority to increase and enhance professional and therapeutic skills.
  • Complete reports required for client records as well as all forms and paperwork required by the Agency including Daily Service Reports and other forms as needed.

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Knowledge of the special needs and behavioral characteristics of the targeted, chronically mentally ill.
  • Knowledge of interviewing techniques and principles.
  • Skills in interpersonal relationships and group dynamics.
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
  • Knowledge of the use and side effects of psychotropic medication.
  • Knowledge of the legal and ethical issues relative to confidentiality of client records.
  • Knowledge of casework principles and methods related to counseling.
  • Ability and willingness to document activities and maintain records.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with consumers, families, hospital staff and community mental health center staff.
  • Ability to work in a proactive, assertive and energetic manner in fulfilling the duties of this position.
  • Ability to work effectively as a treatment team member.
  • Willing to work in non-traditional and in-home settings.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and/or weekends if necessary.
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to transport clients.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science or related field from a recognized college or university.
  • Some experience preferred.
  • Must meet requirements for Approved Medicaid Provider status.
  • Must hold a valid driver's license and maintain a driving record that is acceptable to Carastar's insurance carrier.
  • Must maintain at least liability coverage on personal vehicles.