Case Manager-BH - West Bakersfield BH (New Clinic Opening)

BH Case Manager

Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We're honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don't inquire about immigration status because we simply don't need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient.

As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1.

Why work for us?

• Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days per year
• A robust wellness plan and health club discounts
• Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents
• 403(B) plan with company matching

The Case Manager, under the general supervision of their Clinic Manager, is responsible for the coordinating of resources and services for clients. This staff member provides case management services and assists the mental health clinician in the development and delivery of services to mentally ill individuals; participates in group and individual counseling programs; acts as an advocate for the client and creates/maintains relationships with community groups; and completes documentation in case records. Emphasis is on the interdisciplinary team approach as a problem-solving process in providing comprehensive care to clients and their families. The Case Manager shall have a committed belief in mental health care with dignity for all, and that clients have the right to mental health care information and participation in planning their own mental health care.

Essential Functions:

1. Responsible for assisting the client to complete appropriate releases of information important to client compliance with individual plans of care.
2. Advocates for clients when there is a problem in the service delivery system.
3. Assists clients in identifying and correcting situations that contribute to mental health problems; performs crisis intervention counseling at a level not requiring licensure; and assist clinicians in planning the range of care needed to meet clients' needs.
4. Responsible for maintaining assigned case load and client contacts as required by contract requirements and/or program protocols.
5. Candidates must be culturally competent and demonstrate ability to engage with patients of the multi-cultural backgrounds, nationalities, origins and diverse sexual preferences.
6. Visits clients regularly in their homes and in the community to assess their home situations, deliver services, and determine if other services are required.
7. Keeps accurate, up-to-date records on clients served in accordance with system standards.
8. Prepares and delivers oral presentations to the public regarding Clinica Sierra Vista's mental health services program.
9. Works with other staff to develop community resources.
10. Serves as liaison with other community agencies and schools.
11. Develops and implements support and educational groups.
12. Be available to translate for specific sessions, if qualified.

You'll be successful with the following qualifications:

1. Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, or university, with a major in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Behavioral Science, Social Work or related field.
2. A clean drug screen confirmation.
3. Pass DMV background check.

Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they're counting on us.

Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!