Adult Case Manager

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates and provides services related to the “Stepping Up” program (Examples of tasks: works closely with the Alabama State “Stepping Up” Coordinator, the Technical Assistance Team and local community partners to implement processes and procedures to reduce the recidivism and unnecessary re-entry of people with mental illness or co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders into local county jails and hospitals)
• Conducts case management services for participants in the “Stepping Up” program (Examples of tasks: complete case management needs assessments and develop a case management plan; implement plan by providing case management services in conjunction with county jails and area hospital staff; advocate client’s needs with community providers; link clients with community services; monitor client progress)
• Completes needs assessment. (Example of tasks: using required case management forms, determines through assessment client's assets, deficits and basic needs; reviews needs on regular basis).
• Develops case management service plan. (Examples of tasks: consult with referral source; assist with developing client goals which may include personal grooming, skills teaching, medication knowledge, and financial resource assistance, etc.).
• Represents the needs of persons with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorder issues. (Examples of tasks: establish liaison with other community resources; identify service gaps; advocate for client; provide transportation as needed and when appropriate).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.14 - $17.07 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Athens, AL 35611: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17