What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Case Manager position at Lake Whatcom Center?
Residential Case Manager
Must be 21 or older to apply.
We encourage all military veterans to apply!
The Residential Case Manager is a full-time non-exempt position working with adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses. The Residential Case Manager is responsible for providing case management services in accordance with WAC 388-865-0456.
Minimum Qualifications
- Preferably Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral sciences or related field, or Associate of Arts Degree
- At least one (1) year of experience in mental health or related field working with chronically mentally ill adults.
- Good personal relations skills; ability to work with difficult clients.
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team approach
- Ability to apply a Recovery based approach
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion
- Good verbal, written, communication, and computer skills
- Visual and auditory skills required to communicate, ensure and deliver client care and provide legal documentation of care
- Requires frequent standing, bending at the knees and waist, kneeling and reaching; Requires frequent walking to accomplish tasks
- Requires ability to lift 30 pounds.
- Requires valid US driver’s license, vehicle liability insurance, and ability to provide case management services both in an office, and community setting.
Employment contingent on successful background check and Washington State counseling profession credential issued by the Department of Health (e.g. Agency Affiliated Counselor).
Why work for Lake Whatcom Center?
LWC is a DSHS licensed not-for-profit organization providing an array of residential and community mental health services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and their ability to meet their goal of Recovery. We are a fast-growing service, and committed to creating a supportive and positive environment for all our employees.
LWC offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical Insurance (fully funded for full-time employees)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life & Long-term Disability Insurance
- Competitive vacation and sick leave
- Holiday premium pay
LWC is a tobacco-free and scent-free workplace. LWC is an Equal Opportunity employer, we are committed to an Affirmative Action Program and enhancing the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, religion, creed, marital status, ancestral heritage, sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veteran status, or the presences on any physical, mental and/or sensory disability. If accommodations are needed for participating in the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know.
Job Closes: When filled
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Addiction Medicine
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bellingham, WA 98226: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- Mental health experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.20 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Organizational skills: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24
