Case Manager Forensic

Description

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference in the lives of individuals in recovery for mental health and substance use disorders?  Do you thrive in a healthy and collaborative work environment where you can grow personally and professionally? 

JOIN OUR TEAM of dedicated professionals in fostering hope and transforming lives.

Develop a career dedicated to connection, compassion, and community.  Community Health Alliance is an employer that offers career opportunities with purpose. 

At Community Health Alliance our employees are our greatest asset so we offer a full benefit program designed to support you and your family.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• Retirement plan with company match – up to 6%
• Career ladder – opportunities for professional growth
• Company paid life insurance
• Free Continuing Education CEUs
• Free Licensure supervision
• Paid license renewal

Summary

We are seeking a Discharge Coordinator/Case Manager to work with our forensic team at the Butler County Jail to assist individuals transitioning from incarceration back to the community with a specific focus on addressing mental health and substance use treatment and recovery supports. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and facilitating the transition of incarcerated individuals from jail to the community.  This role involves assessing individuals post release needs, connecting them with essential resources and collaborating with community agencies to ensure a smooth reintegration process. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist clients in obtaining services through community resources by making appropriate referrals.
• Completes individualized discharge plans for inmates identified as needing follow up care.
• Collaborates with jail staff, probation officers, courts, case managers, and other stakeholders. 
• Assists forensic team members with responding to inmate needs relayed via the jail inmate communication system.
• Coordinates inmate assessments and referrals to jail contract psychiatrist and manages follow up needs as determined by visit with prescriber.
• Provides advocacy and assistance with accessing the health care system.
• Participates in care coordination activities with representatives of other agencies; provide reporting as needed or requested by community providers.
• Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record; that represents provided services.
• Tracks post-release outcomes and follow up. 
• Provide and/or arrange for crisis intervention for clients in a crisis.
• Establishes a rapport, maintains clear professional boundaries, and focuses on assignment/task completion.
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures; promotes professional behaviors, dress, and interactions with clients, community stakeholders, and staff.

Qualifications

 Qualifications: 

• Minimum of high school diploma, prefer bachelor's degree in social science field. 
• Experience in case management, corrections, social services or reentry programs. 
• Strong knowledge of community resources and social service programs.
• Familiarity with the criminal justice system. 
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a jail environment and with justice-involved individuals. 
• Operate a personal computer and other office equipment.

Community Health Alliance is a leader providing the highest industry standards for health and human services.  Our agencies of Sojourner Recovery Services and TLC offer a complete continuum of mental health and substance use treatment services.  We equip our clients with the resources, services, and tools they need to achieve their goals and reach their highest personal potential. Community Health Alliance is proud to play a key role in helping individuals achieve a brighter and healthier future.  Through innovation, integration, and collaboration of our agencies, the Community Health Alliance strengthens and empowers the individuals, families, and communities we serve. 

Community Health Alliance is a drug testing Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Key words:  case management, forensic, corrections, personable, mental health, behavioral health, trauma-informed, trauma-responsive, customer service, communication, organizational skills, problem solving, teamwork, interpersonal skills, flexibility, dependability, initiative, motivated, conflict management, computer skills.  

Salary : $19 - $22