What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager for first episode psychosis in young people position at Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services?
RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center, is pleased to announce an opportunity to be a part of our On-Track Program to the right bachelor's level candidate. This innovative team-based program, which provides wrap around behavioral health services to individuals experiencing first episode psychosis ages 15-30, is seeking a Case Manager/ Care Coordinator to serve as a key component of providing those services. This position will work weekdays during normal business hours with some flexibility.
Ridgeview has been named a 2024 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, which is a testament to our staff who unite behind the idea of One Ridgeview. Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission.
HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY
"Where life's complexities are met with hope"
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in the social sciences or a mental health field (e.g. counseling, psychology, social work, vocational rehabilitation) or Bachelor's degree transcript including 15 credit hours of related courses
- Prefer experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, but new grads are encouraged to apply
- Must maintain a valid TN driver's license and a safe driving record
- The position requires a self-starter with excellent time management skills
JOB DUTIES
Care coordination is a process for directing and coordinating services to consumers of mental health services. The Care Coordinator works directly with youth and/or adult clients, their families, and community resources both in and out of Ridgeview to secure necessary services to meet client needs.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL
- Endorse the principles of integrated care and treating the “whole person”
- Desire to provide services to residents of rural communities
- Excel and enjoy being part of building a team and starting up a new and innovative program
- Understand the value of meeting clients where they are (geographically, physically, and mentally)
- Build rapport with the client through empathic listening, caring, warmth, and authenticity
- Establish a safe, nurturing, and comfortable therapeutic environment
BENEFITS
Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan.
Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Ridgeview conducts Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check and driving record.
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