What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager - Offender Screening position at Family & Children's Services Career Page?
Provide risk, mental health and substance abuse screening services to district court defendants with the goal of identifying diversion alternatives to incarceration. Provide a single point of contact and work in partnership with others as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide a set of social service functions that helps clients access the resources they need to recover. Responsible for Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) and Medicaid billing. Services are provided primarily at the David L. Moss Criminal Justice Center, however; some services may take place at other agency locations. Services are predominantly delivered to an adult population who carry a serious mental illness, substance abuse, and/or co-occurring diagnosis.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in the social sciences field is preferred. Consideration may also be given for degrees in Criminal Justice or Education. Criminal Justice Experience is preferred but not required. Case Management Certification level II or obtain by taking the first available Case Management level II Certification course provided by ODMHSAS after hire. Must have a strong commitment to the right and ability of each person served to live in normal community residences; and have access to helpful, adequate, competent, and continuous supports and services. Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with mental illnesses and/or substance abuse issues and respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential. Must possess a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office.
