What are the responsibilities and job description for the High Needs Case Manager (East Valley) position at Jewish Family & Children's Service?
Overview
**East Valley Location**
High Needs Case Manager: JFCS is seeking a compassionate professional to work with children receiving behavioral-health services as they progress on the path to a more self-sufficient lifestyle and potential family reunification. The High Needs Case Manager also provides guidance and ongoing support to the families/caregivers of the youth receiving services.
Responsibilities
- Provides case management services to children enrolled in the behavioral-health system.
- Provides weekly contact with assigned clients, which includes home/community visits, attending medication checks, etc.
- Assists youth in navigating discharge from hospitals, in finding intensive services as clinically indicated, and working to decrease behaviors to improve stability in the home & community.
- Coordinates services and collaborates with other involved agencies, such as Department of Child Safety (DCS), Probation/Parole Departments, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), schools, and other providers.
- Coordinates and facilitates Child & Family Team (CFT) Meetings.
- Completes referrals, prior authorizations, and other paperwork required by the health plans to enroll clients in services.
- Collaborates with clinical team to ensure that Integrated Service Plans, CFT Meeting notes, and all required paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Qualifications
-Meets one of the following education/experience requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED required and 4 years of Behavioral Health experience.
- A.A. Degree and two years of Behavioral Health experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
-Additional qualifications:
- Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card without Restriction(s)
- Meet Agency requirements for MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) report
- Reliable transportation
- AZ driver’s license
- AZ auto insurance
About JFCS:
Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s (JFCS) values each and every talented applicant, regardless of religious beliefs, race, age, origin, gender, sexual orientation, or cultural background. JFCS places a high value on inclusion and diversity, whether that applies to our employees or the nearly 40,000 clients receiving our services throughout the Valley.
Benefits of Working with JFCS:
- Incentive Program: Lucrative Performance Bonuses each Quarter, in addition to normal salary.
- Bonus Programs for both full-time and part-time employees.
- FREE Primary HealthCare to all employees and every member of their household, regardless of relationship. This includes virtual doctor's visits, physicals, lab tests, x-rays, vaccinations, prescriptions, and telehealth.
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) Pay Differential
- Flexible Scheduling and Telehealth Flexibility for many positions.
- Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
- Generous Employee Referral Bonuses for both the new-hire and the referring employee.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match
- Numerous professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Generous paid time off / sick time allocations
- Comprehensive Employee Benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, & more.
- Wellness Coaching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Eligibility for Loan Forgiveness Programs in many positions.
