What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Case Manager position at PathPoint?
PathPoint is seeking a full-time or part-time Case Manager for our Paths to Recovery community-based program in Santa Barbara, CA. In this role, you'll provide support for a group of clients by assisting them with all aspects of independent living, including the development of social, vocational, and effective symptom management skills. Specific needs include education in the areas of medication management, proper nutrition, cooking, shopping, budgeting, housecleaning and maintenance, and personal hygiene. You'll also assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising treatment goals and plans. We are looking for someone who has a passion for case management and takes a person-centered approach when working with people with mental health challenges.
This is a great opportunity if you are looking to acquire a deeper understanding of mental illness and practice field-based work. This position comes with wonderful perks, including flexible scheduling and supervision hours if you are in a Clinical Psychology or Social Work Master's degree program. Case Managers working 40 hours per week have the option to work a 4/10 schedule, meaning you can always have three days off per week. Hours of operation are generally Monday-Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm, specific workdays are dependent.
Please include a cover letter when applying. We want to hear your voice and why you are interested in this opportunity.
About PathPoint: PathPoint is a nonprofit dedicated to helping people flourish. We partner with children, adults, and families to foster hope, build life skills, access support systems, and form meaningful relationships. We serve communities across Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.
Compensation: This is an hourly, non-exempt position with a starting wage of $25.00 per hour. The pay range for this position is $25.00-$26.50 an hour, the pay range is subject to change based on a variety of factors.
Why Work At PathPoint:
- Culture of kindness, compassion, and respect
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day
- Flexible schedule
- Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
- Paid vacation and holidays*
- Paid sick leave
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
- Other perks like a wellness program, employee assistance program, and referral bonuses
*Benefits noted with an asterisk are for full-time employees regularly scheduled for 30 hours per week.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Psychology or related field and at least 6 months of related experience; or high school diploma/GED and 5 years of related experience. Related experience includes working in the mental health field, or in clients' homes as a caregiver or Direct Support Professional.
- Experience working with adults experiencing severe and persistent mental illness is preferred.
- Experience working 1:1 with underserved or vulnerable populations is a plus.
- Must have a valid California Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record to be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy and regular use of a vehicle to be driven for work purposes.
- Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, and we offer reasonable accommodations to support successful employment to those with disabilities.
Pre-employment background checks and health screenings will only be required post-offer.
Salary : $25 - $27