Case Manager

If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, The Help Group is the organization for you! We're one of the largest nonprofits of our kind in the U.S., offering diverse programs for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, mental health and social-emotional challenges. Since our founding in 1975, we've grown significantly, expanding our reach to meet the evolving needs of our community. Today, we offer unparalleled academic programs, mental health support, therapy, life coaching, vocational training, specialized social and residential programs, and resources for LGBTQ youth and families. These initiatives touch the lives of over 6,000 clients a year and continue to expand in reach and impact. At the heart of The Help Group's mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and live positive, productive, and fulfilling lives. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!

Come be part of a team dedicated to empowering adolescents, adults and families facing mental health, social and emotional challenges because everyone deserves a great future. Through strategic partnerships with governmental agencies and innovative programs like Outpatient Services (OP) and Reach, we foster long-term skills and support systems, enhancing the well-being of individuals and families across all stages of life.

Position Details:

• Full-Time
• Locations: Culver City, Sherman Oaks, and Van Nuys

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide case management services to FSP children and their families, including the identification and pursuit of resources necessary and appropriate to meet clients' needs.
• Provide in-home direct service to families as needed.
• Provide supportive assistance to the client in the assessment and determination of need.
• Assist therapists in obtaining outcome measures and other documents as assigned.
• Assist with securing adequate living arrangements, vocational activities, schooling, supportive mental health services.
• Assist FSP clients and their families in linking with other service agencies as necessary.
• Attend outside agency meetings with community liaisons as assigned.
• Provide 24-hour availability seven days per week and crisis intervention to clients on an as-needed basis.
• Maintain client charts in a responsible manner and meet all documentation paperwork deadline requirements 
• Conduct phone screening and outreach services for potential FSP clients.
• Provide case management assessments and may complete aspects of administrative intakes and group intakes on new FSP clients as assigned
•  Participate in team meetings, which include multi-disciplinary professionals, the child and family, extended family members, and informal community supports
• Collaborate with IHOCs and Parent Partners in the development of an individualized Family Support Plan, ensuring strategies, interventions and services are family-centered, flexible and Community based
• Provide crisis intervention on an as needed basis and participate in the development of client/family safety plans
•  Assist staff/clients with translations as needed, both verbally and in writing

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (psychology, sociology, social work, special education or human services) required
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children and TAY-aged clients with mental illness in various settings. 
• Strong social and communication skills, verbal and written to work with and within the multidisciplinary treatment team and ability to flex work schedule to accommodate client needs 
• Valid CA driver’s license with good driving record and auto insurance; must be willing to drive in the community when needed
• Ability to function as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Familiarity with principles of family-centered, strengths-based services and group facilitation

Benefits:   

• A 100% Employer-sponsored Health Insurance Plan  
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance  
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Vacation and Sick time  

 Salary Range: $23.62 - $27.94

Outpatient Services

REACH

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of The Help Group. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, professional and academic experience, certification, training, responsibilities of the position, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. The Help Group reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.