What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager - Children's Care Management Program position at Upper Manhattan Mental Health Center?
Job Type
Part-time
Description
EMMA L. BOWEN COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER
Also known as
UPPER MANHATTAN MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, INC.
The Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center is seeking a Case Manager to join our team. This position is a terrific opportunity for someone to gain additional experience and make a difference in the lives of our clients.
For over 45 forty-five years, our organization has provided mental health and holistic services in northern Manhattan for families, children, adolescents, and other adults including the elderly in a supportive and caring environment. We also have an out-patient and residential substance abuse program as well as a Therapeutic Preschool for 3-5 year olds.
Upper Manhattan Mental Health Center is a Certified National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site.
For additional information about our organization and programs, please visit us on our website at www.bowencsc.org .
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title of Position : Children's Care Manager
Department : Children's Care Management Program
Hours : Full-time, Monday-Friday, 35 hrs. / week
Union : Union Position
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Manage a caseload of 12-25 clients.
- Connecting client with needed medical, mental health, and / or substance use services to reduce ED / ER visit and readmission.
- Meeting with school counsellors and educational team to address IEP needs.
- Collaborating with clinicians to identify wrap around services for clients in UMMHC's outpatient behavioral health and addiction treatment programs.
- Connecting clients with services including insurance, housing assistance, educational and vocational training, supported employment, specialty medical care and other social service needs.
- Documenting all client interactions and keeping clients' clinical teams updated on all efforts via weekly meetings.
- Researching outside social service supports to identify potential resources for clients.
- Accompanying clients to appointments and performing home visits as needed
- Contributing to case conferences
- Organizing group trainings to support clients as they work to integrate into their communities and lead productive, satisfying lives.
- Other responsibilities as determined by the program director.
- Personal Qualities : This is an ideal position for someone with excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines.
Education and / or Work Experience Requirements :
Salary range : $50,000
Requirements
Salary Description
50,000
Salary : $50,000
