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Are you passionate about helping individuals with psychosis advocate for themselves and build skills to live independently? Assisting individuals to connect with vital resources for them to reach and maintain stability? APPLY NOW!
The On Call, Case Manager assists with the implementation of treatment plans, provision of individual and group skills training, case management, and coordination of multiple service providers for client caseload under the direction of a senior clinician. Provides services onsite, within the community, and within clients' homes. Keeps accurate and timely records of activities. This position will work with adults with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI).
Location: This is an on call position based out of LifeWorks NW's King site.
Pay: $24.92 starting hourly pay.
Essential Responsibilities
Responsible for client orientation including advising clients and significant other(s) of the services offered through the program and recommend services.
Provides input on clinical assessments and the development of treatment plans.
Provides case-coordination by maintaining contact with other agencies, referral source(s) and staff regarding client and significant other(s) involvement in treatment services.
Conducts individual and group skills trainings sessions based on current evidenced based practices e.g., collaborative problem solving, cognitive behavioral interventions, and solution focused therapy.
Teaches socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement. Encourages individuals and family members to develop and use skills and strategies for confronting their problems in a constructive manner.
Observes and influences clients' behavior, communication and interaction. Detects unusual behavior and reports observations to professional staff.
Organizes, supervises, and encourages clients to participate in social, educational, and recreational activities. Provides assistance and support to clients with the job search process.
Assists the client to the extent necessary, based on client's level of functioning, to access needed services and resources. Advocates on client's behalf. May attend the client's psychiatric medical appointments, if clinically indicated.
Reviews and evaluates clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment plans.
Provides clients or family members with information about mental health and addictions issues and about available services and programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.
Reports any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of endangerment, neglect, or abuse of children, individuals with severe and persistent mental illness or the elderly.
Acts as a client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations. Provides clinical support to clients with immediate and urgent needs
Maintains chart notes related to external contracts, obtains pertinent records from other treatment providers, and tracks client's involvement, follow-through and progress in varied treatment activities. Completes documentation in electronic health record system and Service Activity Logs (S/AL's) in a timely manner.
Transports clients in personal or agency vehicles and travels between sites or in the community.
Qualifications
This position requires a valid and active QMHA credential certification through MHACBO.
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or a mental health related field OR a minimum of 3 years of prior experience with the related population in the counseling field.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively; understand mental health assessment, treatment and service terminology and individual, group, family and other counseling techniques; program policies and procedures for services and supports identified in an Individual Services and Supports Plan.
Demonstrated ability to provide culturally competent treatment services to diverse client populations and maintain a cooperative working relationship with others in a culturally diverse environment.
Demonstrated ability to provide psychosocial skills training and implement elements of a treatment plan.
Demonstrated ability to provide case management services for people with severe and persistent mental illness in compliance with confidentially policies.
Knowledge of community resources and treatment agencies enabling appropriate referrals for specific client needs.
Requires access to a car, a valid driver's license, proof of current automobile insurance coverage, and verification of safe driving record from DMV.
LifeWorks NW is a private, non-profit organization providing prevention, mental health, substance use treatment, and related social services to youths, adults, and older adults in over fifteen locations throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. LifeWorks NW promotes a healthy community by providing quality and culturally responsive mental health and addiction services across the lifespan.
Our core values-Recovery and Relationships, Resilience, and Results-inform the work we do. The four pillars of the strategic vision include Compassionate, Impactful Care, Holistic Health, Passionate Team, and Thriving Organization. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are critical to successfully achieving the mission. We know that "life works" when people get the help they need and are dedicated to changing lives.
Equal Opportunity Employer
www.lifeworksnw.org
Drug Free/Tobacco Free Site 01/09
Seniority level Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Other
Industries Mental Health Care
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