Case Manager for the Behavioral Health Homes Program
Company: Mohawk Opportunities
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Case Manager for the Behavioral Health Homes ProgramMohawk
Opportunities is committed to helping individuals living with
Mental Illness and those who are homeless achieve stable community
living and independence by providing:- Housing that is safe and
affordable.- Services that facilitate growth and recovery. -
Relationships built on a foundation of caring and respect, and- A
sense of hope for the future.Responsibilities of the Case Manager:
The Case Manager needs to demonstrate initiative, confidence, and a
focus on making positive connections to coordinate care management
services for the Behavioral Health Home clients.Duties include:-
Integrating, overseeing and monitoring all aspects of the physical
and behavioral health needs of Behavioral Health Home clients.-
Complete comprehensive assessments, develop and monitor
interdisciplinary plan of care aimed at achieving stability within
the community.- Provide referrals and linkages to community
services.- Regularly communicate with other care providers to
exchange information and identify needs.- Provide outreach to those
that are in need but not currently receiving service and
coordinating with managed care companies.
RequirementsSkills/Qualifications for the Case Manager include:-
BA/BS in human services.- Minimum of 2 years human services.- 1
year in case management (defined as experience in assessment of
client's need, care planning, implementation of care plan and
regular review along with benefit entitlements, linkage to
community providers and services).- A demonstrated ability to
function as a member of an interdisciplinary team.- Knowledge of
mental illness/behavioral health, substance abuse, physical/medical
health, and homelessness is required.- 1 year experience working in
a health care setting providing direct care to clients is
preferred.- Valid and insurable driver's license.- Both the ability
to work independently and as a team member.- Excellent
communication skills both verbal and written.- The ability to be
organized and have good time management skills.BenefitsSalary and
Schedule of the Case Manager:- $23.50/hour. Annual equivalent of
$48,880.00. $35.25/hour overtime pay rate.- 40 hours per week.
Monday-Friday. DAY TIME HOURS AND NO ON-CALL. Some flexibility with
early morning hours as clients might have early morning medical
appointments.- Excellent benefits, staff training, generous paid
time off, and 30-minute paid lunch. - Supportive work environment.-
Caseload average is 40 per Case Manager. Follow us on Facebook,
Instagram, and LinkedIn!
Minimum Salary: 23.00 Maximum Salary: 23.50 Salary Unit: Yearly
Keywords: Mohawk Opportunities, Schenectady , Case Manager for the Behavioral Health Homes Program, Healthcare , Schenectady, New York
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