Case Manager of Forensics-Jail Diversion

Job Description

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Case Manager of Forensics-Jail Diversion is a professional who works with criminal offenders in addictions, mental health and correctional settings. This position provides professional case management and services for individuals diverted from the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail in Abingdon (SWVRJA), Virginia. Upon referral the Forensic Case Manager will meet with individuals and complete a needs assessment and develop treatment plan and follows the individual to their hearing date. The Forensic Case Manager provides case management services to promote stability of symptoms and stability within the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide case management and advocacy to individuals as part of the Intercept II Jail Diversion Program. The Case Manager of Forensics provides assessment of the individual’s functional capacity, determines needs, and develops treatment goals based upon their assessment.
• Function as a coordinator of service delivery to ensure that individuals in the Intercept II Jail Diversion program are linked to appropriate community-based treatment services that support stability of symptoms and community integration.
• Provide assistance to individuals who are in the Intercept II program with linkage and referrals to include serious mental illness (SMI) and substance use disorder (SUD) counseling, psychiatric services, primary care physician, transitional housing, photo ID assistance, medication assistance, eligibility for entitlements, transportation, and emergency food and clothing and transportation.
• Coordinate and serve as collateral contact with Southwest Virginia Regional Jail staff, pre-trial services, probation/parole, Commonwealth Attorney, Public Defender’s office, courts, etc., regarding participation and progress of individual’s released on bond.
• Participate in meetings with Regional Jail staff as needed. Participate in Forensic team meetings and facilities for coordination of operations and compliance with Jail Diversion Grant guidelines. Actively participate in meetings such as supervision, clinical staffing, and committees as assigned. Utilize these meetings for active problem solving and to enhance a team approach to decision making. Keep mandatory trainings up-to-date and attend trainings which enhance case management knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Document all service delivery and statistical data, in EHR and DBHDS database; comply with policies and procedures established by Mount Rogers CS, Licensure, Medicaid, and other regulatory bodies; adhere to confidentiality standards.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with agency policy and procedure. Know, understand, and follow all Virginia statues and established agency and regional protocols.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plan. Establish measurable goals and objectives, based upon individuals needs identified during assessment. Identify and implement appropriate interventions through evidence based treatment modalities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of SMI and SUD in adults.
• Knowledge of SMI and SUD programs/services.
• Knowledge of treatment modalities and interventions such as service coordination, behavior management, independent living skills training, supportive counseling, family education, discharge planning, and crisis interventions.
• Knowledge of consumer's rights.
• Skills in interviewing, assessment, and service planning development and implementation.
• Effective oral and written communication; knowledge of general principles of record keeping.
• Functions and contributes as a member of a treatment team.

Job Requirements

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, or a Human Services related field preferred or equivalent education and/or experience.

Valid Driver's License and copy of DMV safe driving record may be required.