What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Case Manager, LCSW position at Tridant Solutions Inc.?
Behavioral Health Clinical Case Management (BHCCM/LCSW)
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Mission, Purpose, Vision, Culture- Tridant Solutions Inc.
Tridant Solutions Inc. is a professional management & services firm founded in 2005 by our CEO, Annette Palazuelos to serve the Department of Defense (DOD), and Federal agencies, and do so with a sense of urgency.
Our organization has a robust portfolio of over 61 completed and underway programs with implemented proactive and responsive approaches focusing on concise program management, and contract execution. With the tenacity and dedication to service provided by our professional staff and expert guidance issued by our CEO, Tridant Solutions Inc. has earned and been awarded multiple opportunities to provide support services to NAVSEA, NAVAIR, the US Air Force, the Department of Homeland Security Health Corps, and the Army National Guard earning our organization numerous awards, 100% exceptional ratings, 2020 INC 5000 awards, and, continued growth since the opening of our doors. We succeed time and time again as a team with a foundation of collaboration!
If work ethic, delivering results, and challenge are meaningful to you, this is your firm and we invite you to apply! Please review our website www.tridantsolutions.com to learn about current job opportunities available in your area, and the clients we service.
JOB DESCRIPTION
In general, the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) will be responsible for offering support services and providing behavioral health clinical case management to Soldiers in the designated area. Candidates for this position must be able to assist with potential behavioral health crises. The LCSW must maintain availability by phone and be available to travel throughout the State of Wyoming as this will be a necessary function to be assessed and completed as needed for this position. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for providing BH (behavioral health) recommendations, coordinating service member care, conducting evaluations and assessments for walk in Soldiers during all medical readiness events, referrals, self-referrals, and referrals for Chapter 3 that may require a temporary consolidate and maintain weekly metrics, perform initial and follow-up review to ensure quality of patient care, comply with and maintain access all regulations and guidance applicable to medical operations and programs of the Army National Guard.
Job Description Disclaimer: The above statements concerning the job description are intended to describe the general duties, nature, and expectations for the level of work to be performed by any employee(s) assigned and or hired under this specific job title. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.
POSITION TYPE & RATE INFORMATION
This position is:
Full-Time
Salaried (Exempt) Annual Range $70,000.00- $85,000.00 USD (DOE.)
ASSOCIATED JOB DUTIES (Including but not limited to)
- Conduct evaluations and assessments for walk-in Soldiers during all medical readiness events, command-directed referrals, self-referrals, and referrals for (a) Chapter 3 that may require a temporary profile.
- Utilize the Behavioral Health Data Portal (BHDP) for assessments and evaluations.
- Consolidate and maintain weekly metrics (Appendix A) regarding Soldiers in the BH Program.
- Coordinate service member care including consultations for those initially using Military Treatment Facilities (MTF), Veterans Affairs (VA), TRICARE network providers, and/or non-network providers.
- Establish a list of available local BH resources within the state to coordinate care and ensure service members have alternative options available to receive medical care if not eligible for military health benefits.
- Provide at least three referral sources to SMs who are recommended treatment, before they leave the office.
- Ensures the SM understands their rights, benefits, privileges, and responsibilities IAW AR 40-501 Chapter 9 and 10.
- Coordinates with SM to ensure all medical readiness issues are properly addressed to minimize the amount of time in non-deployable status.
- Performs initial and follow-up reviews to ensure quality of patient care. Follow-up intervals will be based on the severity of each case.
- Record all correspondence with SM in BH Care in the corresponding military system (i.e. e-Case).
- Follow policies and procedures for reporting non-compliant Soldiers.
- Complete DA Form 3822 Mental Evaluation Form and scan it into HRR.
- Safeguard and maintain case folder for all active cases.
- Maintain medical records from civilian or VA Providers for service members they are case managing and request using form DD 2870, Authorization for Disclosure of Medical or Dental Information.
- Ensure completion of the required checklist and proper handling of all medical records (document management).
- Staff cases with other LCSWs and PHCs weekly and BHOs monthly
- Review E-case to ensure proper tracking and timeliness of all BH cases.
- Write temporary profiles as necessary utilizing e-Profile IAW 40-501.
- Additional BHCCM administrative duties as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Required- LCSW with a valid License in good standing in the state of WY.
- Required- Intermediate to advanced (3-three years minimum experience) using MS office experience required.
- Preferred-CCM.
- Required- LCSW with a specialty in behavioral health, with a current state license (unrestricted).
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Required- Advanced knowledge (minimum of 3-three years’ experience) using/ managing medical/clinical documentation related to functional impairment.
- Required- Minimum of 3-three years’ experience mentoring/advising claim managers on effective behavioral health clinical case management strategy.
- Preferred- Case management experience in behavioral health and disability/absence management.
- Preferred- Extensive experience with the Medical Disability Guidelines or Utilization Review Treatment Guidelines.
- Preferred- Credentials in related fields (e.g., CDMS, ADMS or CCM certification(s)).
REPORTING INFORMATION
- Reporting to- Site Lead
- Work Schedule
- Hours- *After-hours, weekend, and holiday work required.
- Days- Monday- Friday (Must be available to travel to other locations within the State of Wyoming}
- Work Location(s)
- Cheyenne WY (other locations in WY)
- Travel
- Required to travel to alternative work sites to attend/ participate in scheduled medical readiness events.
- The candidate will be entitled to expenses reimbursed* (*=restrictions on reimbursement items may apply) by the Joint Travel Regulations/ JTR and reimbursed per the current GSA rate at the time of travel.
BENEFITS
Our company offers a wide range of benefits tailored to enhance the work-life- and health balance of our professional staff. Please note Full-time employees in our organization are eligible to participate in the benefits program listed below. Part-time, Independant Contractors (i.e., 1099 employees), and or PER DIEM employees are not eligible to participate in our vacation leave, sick leave, or medical benefits program. Our organization currently offers the current benefits below:
- Vacation Leave and Sick Leave (accrued hours up to 2 weeks vacation annually/up to 56hrs sick time annually(available for use as soon as the hours are accrued)
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Planning (401K) 3% Employer Matching. Employees can participate in the company retirement (aka 401K) benefit program after 90 days of successful employment.
- Life, AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
- E.A.P.- Employee Assistance Program (100% Employer Paid) assists you with work-life balance and other services that provide professional guidance for overcoming personal or workplace challenges. All employees will receive access to our EAP program
- Identity Theft Protection (100% Employer Paid)
- Short Term Disability
- Pet Assure- (Pet discount program & Traditional Pet insurance)
EEO Statement
Tridant Solutions is an equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants; we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000
