What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager Lead - MAC position at Mind Springs Health & West Springs Hospital?
Position Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in human services or related field. Bachelor's degree in a non-related field may perform the functions of this position only if they have one year experience in a healthcare field. Previous experience with substance abuse and mental health-related case management and treatment preferred. Minimum of two (2) years human service-related experience preferred. Current valid Colorado Driver's License required and much have a clean driving record. Must be available to work nights and weekends during On-Call times.
Job Purpose
Utilizes a variety of treatment approaches to work with a diverse population. Provides therapeutic and case management services to clients participating in Multi-Agency Collaboration Team program (MAC), specifically discharge planning and aftercare for discharge from high-acuity care environments (e.g., psychiatric hospitals, emergency departments, withdrawal management, etc.), and release from incarceration; assist individuals in accessing state and federal level benefits and other activities related to targeted case management. Patient population could include children, adults, individuals, couples, and groups.
Knowledge, Skill & Ability(include Materials And Equipment Directly Used)
Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand or kneel and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop. Must have ability to sit for longer periods of time at a computer. Employee must be able to travel between Mind Springs sites. May be exposed to stressful situations that involve enraged, distraught and/or intoxicated individuals with possible mental health conditions. Possible exposure to communicable disease. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in human services or related field. Bachelor's degree in a non-related field may perform the functions of this position only if they have one year experience in a healthcare field. Previous experience with substance abuse and mental health-related case management and treatment preferred. Minimum of two (2) years human service-related experience preferred. Current valid Colorado Driver's License required and much have a clean driving record. Must be available to work nights and weekends during On-Call times.
Job Purpose
Utilizes a variety of treatment approaches to work with a diverse population. Provides therapeutic and case management services to clients participating in Multi-Agency Collaboration Team program (MAC), specifically discharge planning and aftercare for discharge from high-acuity care environments (e.g., psychiatric hospitals, emergency departments, withdrawal management, etc.), and release from incarceration; assist individuals in accessing state and federal level benefits and other activities related to targeted case management. Patient population could include children, adults, individuals, couples, and groups.
Knowledge, Skill & Ability(include Materials And Equipment Directly Used)
- Working knowledge of Windows based computer applications to include Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Internet access.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment including calculator, copy machine, fax, and multi-line telephone.
- Interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external customers.
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload in a sometimes-hectic environment with frequent interruptions.
- Knowledge of mental illness, substance abuse, and psychopathology and associated treatment modalities
- Working knowledge of Colorado Revised Statutes 27-10 (Mental Health Code)
- Working knowledge of HIPPA and 42 CFR.
- Knowledge of community health and mental health resources and their eligibility criteria
- Ability to work in a cooperative and collaborative manner within a clinical treatment team setting.
- Ability to follow and implement direction as provided by the Clinical Team and/or any Supervisor who may be designated by the Clinical Supervisor or Program Coordinator.
- A working knowledge of individual, group, family, and crisis treatment approaches and their application to patients with emotional and behavioral problems.
- Must be able to think critically and take initiative to ensure the highest level of client care.
Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand or kneel and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop. Must have ability to sit for longer periods of time at a computer. Employee must be able to travel between Mind Springs sites. May be exposed to stressful situations that involve enraged, distraught and/or intoxicated individuals with possible mental health conditions. Possible exposure to communicable disease. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
