Case Manager - Behavioral Health

Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is hiring a Case Manager in Kona, Hawaiʻi to support adults experiencing mental health challenges through community-based services. This full-time position focuses on helping individuals build stability, strengthen independence, and connect with behavioral health, housing, medical, and community resources that support their recovery goals. As a Behavioral Health Case Manager, you'll build meaningful relationships while helping individuals navigate their recovery journey with compassion and respect. Working independently in the community and alongside a supportive behavioral health team, you'll make a meaningful difference every day by empowering people to achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life. What You'll Do (Responsibilities) Care Coordination: Assess client needs, develop individualized service plans, and coordinate behavioral health, medical, housing, and community resources. Client Advocacy: Support individuals in accessing benefits, services, and community-based supports that promote stability and independence. Housing Stability: Help individuals maintain housing, strengthen independent living skills, and connect with community resources that support long-term success. Recovery-Oriented Support: Promote recovery using person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed practices. Community Collaboration: Partner with healthcare providers, families, landlords, and community organizations to support client goals. Crisis Response: Respond appropriately to client crises and coordinate support services in accordance with agency policies. Documentation & Compliance: Complete timely assessments, service plans, progress notes, and required documentation in accordance with agency and funding requirements. Team Collaboration: Participate in supervision, case reviews, and interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure quality, recovery-focused services. Case Manager Qualifications Preferred: Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, human services, or a related behavioral health field. Preferred: One and a half (1.5) years or more of case management, human services, behavioral health, or mental health experience; experience working with individuals experiencing serious mental illness and/or co-occurring challenges is a plus. Skills : Strong communication, organization, documentation, advocacy, and relationship-building skills. Certifications: Current TB clearance, CPR, and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). Fit for the Role: Comfortable supporting adults with mental health challenges in community-based settings while promoting recovery, stability, and independence. Requirements & Work Conditions Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening. Valid Hawaiʻi driver's license, current vehicle insurance, and safety inspection. Ability to travel throughout Hawaiʻi Island for client visits, appointments, meetings, and community-based services. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and respond appropriately to emergencies as needed. Ability to work a flexible schedule based on program and client needs. Benefits of Joining MHK Medical & Vision Insurance (UHA or Kaiser) Dental Insurance (HDS) Supplemental Insurance (Aflac) Pet Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan Identity Theft & Legal Protection Paid Leave & Holiday Pay Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility Why Choose Mental Health Kokua? At Mental Health Kokua, we believe in " Opportunities to Begin Again. " Every day, our team helps individuals build stability, strengthen recovery, and develop meaningful connections within their communities. Monday-Friday 8am-4pm FT 40hrs Compensation details: 24-27 Hourly Wage #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation