What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager- Bellwood position at Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc (H.A.S)?
Case Manager- Bellwood
2621-5 Harrison St.
Bellwood, IL, 606104
Full-time, non-exempt
Hourly Rate: $21.00-$24.00
Are you a compassionate professional looking to serve communities in need? At Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS), we’ve been a trusted provider of healthcare and mental wellness services in Chicago for over 50 years, operating across 14 locations. We’re looking for dedicated individuals eager to make an impact in behavioral health, substance use treatment, and crisis intervention. Join our mission-driven team and enjoy affordable benefits.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Case Manager is responsible for offering technical assistance and case management linkage and referrals as needed. Additionally, the Case Manager coordinates with the treatment team the plan of care for participants with mental illness and/or substance use issues. The Case Manager acts as a liaison between participant/family and clinician to ensure that their non-clinical case management needs are being met.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
2621-5 Harrison St.
Bellwood, IL, 606104
Full-time, non-exempt
Hourly Rate: $21.00-$24.00
Are you a compassionate professional looking to serve communities in need? At Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS), we’ve been a trusted provider of healthcare and mental wellness services in Chicago for over 50 years, operating across 14 locations. We’re looking for dedicated individuals eager to make an impact in behavioral health, substance use treatment, and crisis intervention. Join our mission-driven team and enjoy affordable benefits.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Case Manager is responsible for offering technical assistance and case management linkage and referrals as needed. Additionally, the Case Manager coordinates with the treatment team the plan of care for participants with mental illness and/or substance use issues. The Case Manager acts as a liaison between participant/family and clinician to ensure that their non-clinical case management needs are being met.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Creates robust linkages with community organizations who provide services to youth and young adults, including schools, community centers, youth social services agencies, etc. to identify successful referrals
- Builds referral partnerships with the Illinois Juvenile Court System and youth probation to ensure successful referrals care coordination
- Manages a caseload of youth and young adult participants with complex needs to ensure adequate services are provided to assist participants with meeting their treatment needs.
- Links participants to needed and available community resources including legal, medical, housing, transportation, mental health, financial, etc.
- Provide outreach and case management services including intakes, assessments, SDOH forms, basic service planning, referral and linkage management, and advocacy to and for individuals who are homeless, experiencing SMI and/or SUD, or are justice impacted. Supporting participants in obtaining government benefits such as Medicaid, SNAP, etc.
- Provides ongoing supportive and/or case management functions in accordance with the problems, needs, and the strategies identified within the service/treatment plan in order to help the participants to achieve the stated goals and objectives.
- Provide crisis management services as needed to caseload, including for mental health crises, family issues, and other types of client-identified concerns.
- Documents all service contacts on a timely basis including face-to-face interviews, collateral and networking contacts, correspondence and maintain the case records in accordance with agency and regulatory standards and requirements.
- Provides anti-stigma education to the community and individuals dealing with mental illness and/or substance use disorders as well as information on prevention, treatment, and recovery for participants.
- Meets regularly with the Program Manager as a means of enhancing professional growth, reviewing and processing the provision of case management services, and dealing with appropriate administrative issues.
- Maintains a networking relationship with community agencies, clinics and supportive services for referrals/linkages and ancillary services.
- Provides specific case management support, services, and documentation associated with any private or public grants.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Manager.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Work will require traveling and will require the candidate to be onsite.
- Strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills, including the ability to work as part of a collaborative treatment team.
- Basic knowledge of computer keyboard.
- Bilingual/Bicultural is preferred (English/Spanish).
- Must be flexible with hours to accommodate participant’s needs.
- Possession of valid Illinois Driver’s license and willingness to use personal vehicle in course of employment, including transportation of participants.
- 100/300/100 Automobile Insurance.
- H.A.S. requires all staff to work onsite.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- GED/High School Diploma.
- Have two years of case management experience in a non-profit setting.
- Knowledge of youth and / or criminal justice services in Chicago is strongly preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
EEO
It is the policy of H.A.S. not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Comprehensive Benefits at Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS)
At HAS, we value our employees and offer a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. When you join our team, you’ll receive:
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 13 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to rest and recharge
- Comprehensive Health Insurance – Affordable HMO, PPO, and HSA options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Dental & Vision Coverage – Choose from HMO or PPO dental plans and vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)- Medical, dependent care and commuter
- Retirement Plan – 403(b)
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Education & Training Support - $200 dollars annual
- Voluntary Benefits
- EAP
- Join a mission-driven team that supports your well-being while making a difference in the community!
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