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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Behavioral Health Case Manager 2

Lincoln County, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$26.41/hr - $35.49/hr

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Behavioral Health Case Manager 2 to join the Lincoln County Behavioral Health team. This role involves providing case management services, care coordination, and advocacy for clients involved in mental health treatment, as well as assisting in therapy and community resource linkage.

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Responsibilities

Perform case management duties to behavioral health clients, including: Assist in conducting intake screens and or assessments, related to skill building or case management services

Assessment and treatment planning under direct supervision of a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

Assist in individual, family or group therapy as well as Facilitates and co-facilitates psychoeducation groups as appropriate

Provide care coordination, advocacy, community referrals and assistance in gaining further understanding of mental health disorders and symptom management skills for clients

Complete records and reports according to standards and requirements of the agency, Oregon Administrative Rules, and contracting agencies

Provide clients with aftercare planning and follow-up services

Collect appropriate laboratory samples as indicated

Links client care to community resources, including: Perform or assists with outreach, case management, mediation monitoring, urgent intervention, skill training and socialization, identifying and coordinating vocation and residential services, and daily structure and support for individuals with behavioral health disorders

Assist in development and presentation of education modules

Make client reports and recommendations to courts, corrections, juvenile, attorneys and agencies as required

Other functions: Represent Lincoln County Health and Human Services Department regarding behavioral health issues to schools, organizations and other agencies as required

Provide specialized services as needed; assist in providing training to new employees

Attend team meetings, participates in quality improvement projects and attends trainings as needed

Qualification

QMHA certificationMental illness knowledgePsychosocial skill developmentTreatment plan implementationBilingual competenciesClient confidentiality

Required

Bachelors in behavioral science field

Must meet minimal qualifications for a certification as a qualified mental health associate (QMHA) as per MHACBO. Must currently hold certification or obtain within 6 months of hire

Must complete Tier 1 online core competencies within 30 days from hire and Tier 2 trainings within 90 days from date of hire

Must complete an Assessment Matrix, demonstrating a combined 3 years of Education/Work Experience

Must have supervisor complete a competency assessment form

Must submit official transcripts (if using college education)

Must have supervision hours primary source verified by MHACBO

Must provide copies of training certificates (If using CEUs)

Oregon Driver's License required within 30 days of appointment

Knowledge of mental illness diagnosis, symptoms, treatment and service terminology and the ability to use said terminology appropriately

Skill or ability to provide psychosocial skill development

Skill or ability to implement interventions prescribed on a treatment plan

Skill or ability to maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA