A Mental or Behavioral Health Case Manager coordinates overall plan of care for patients with mental or behavioral health needs. Oversees patient evaluation and treatment planning and monitors patient progress. Coordinates with the rest of the mental health team, including doctors and nurses, to establish these plans.
Case Manager Mental Health Professional BH -Bilingual, Aurora, IL
ASSOCIATION FOR INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT - 3.2
Aurora, IL Job Details Full-time $25.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Continuing education credits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Bilingual Individual crisis management Passenger vehicle Driver's License Bachelor's degree Full Job Description The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for a Case Manager Mental Health Professional - Bilingual who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm What you will be doing? The Case Manager MHP is responsible for developing and implementing individual treatment plans to maximize the clients' independent community living skills. The Case Manager MHP must complete documentation of mental health services provided in accordance with state and agency standards as applicable. The Case Manager MHP is expected to work with a team of behavioral health service providers within the agency to ensure a positive client-centered approach. Work scheduled hours and be flexible to meet client and program needs Responsible to provide independent program coverage when scheduled. Provide effective services for clients' individual needs and provide direct implementation of treatment goals for assigned caseload Meet with all assigned clients on regular basis depending on program and client needs; turn in daily activity logs Assure the coordination of services in the community to meet client needs (i.e. Financial, legal, advocacy, medical, etc.) Assist clients with activities of daily living, including apartment maintenance, safety of living arrangement, and provide client training consistent with the IM+CANS Facilitate communications and coordination of services with other AID staff and professionals in the community involved in client care Assist clients in paying bills, budgeting and banking per program procedure Oversight or management of client funds when necessary (dual signature accounts, AID rep. Payees) Obtain and maintain client benefits (Social Security, Medicaid, Link Card, Etc.) Complete authorizations, reauthorizations and spend-down paperwork in a timely fashion Complete and sign all MRO documentation of services provided within 48 hours using Cx360 Meet or exceed monthly minimum number of service hours productivity standard. Develop, review, and revise the IM+CANS and complete corrections within the timeframe allotted Complete all required case management documentation and client paperwork (assessments, IM+CANS, consents, agency paperwork) on a timely basis Maintained and update client records in Cx360 per agency procedures including scanning necessary paperwork into Cx360 per procedure. Provide guidance to MHP and RSA staff regarding implementation of IM+CANS goals/objectives. Maintain professionalism and good boundaries when working with clients, coworkers, and outside agencies. Assure compliance with all agency, state and federal regulations while providing services and completing assignments. Review and follow updated policies and procedures. Obtain Input from clients, families, guardians and other staff on how to improve residential services. Acquire and maintain required certification and mandated trainings as well as any other trainings assigned by Manager Complete and submit QI corrections within time frame allotted Attend monthly team meetings and clinical supervisions and be a positive contributor. Recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action. Contact Manager and Director per procedure. Complete necessary paperwork correctly (incident reports, petitions, encounters/non-billable notes). What will we provide Full Time employees. Benefits_Summary.pdf 21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays Paid training Tuition reimbursement Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Critical Illness and accident insurance 401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year. What will you bring to the table?
Education:
Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required
Experience:
Some experience working in social services required.
Bilingual experience:
required
Physical:
Navigation of stairs No lifting restrictions. Ability to provide services in clients' homes.
Equipment:
Computer including Microsoft Windows applications Copy Machine Telephone with voice mail system Basic household appliances
Additional Requirements:
The use of personal automobile, a valid driver's license, and the minimum amount of liability insurance as defined by AID's Personnel Policy Drive self and clients in agency or personal vehicle. Must acquire and maintain certifications in First Aid, CPR, Non-violent crisis intervention training, CEU's and other relevant trainings Evening hours may be required Must be able to drive a passenger vehicle Must maintain IM+CANS certification If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.
