Mental Health Case Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team: Mental Health Case Manager

Are you a compassionate, client-centered professional who is passionate about making a difference in mental health care? We are seeking a Mental Health Case Manager to join our team and support individuals on their path toward stability, growth, and wellness.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive case management services, including conducting diagnostic evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans with measurable goals, offering crisis intervention when needed, and maintaining ongoing follow-up to ensure clients receive coordinated, high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide crisis intervention and ongoing client support
• Coordinate services and resources to meet client needs
• Monitor progress and adjust care plans as appropriate

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field OR
• A minimum of two years of experience in a direct service role (such as after-school programs, nursing homes, mental health settings, or client advocacy)
• 1–3 years of experience working with individuals receiving mental health services

Why Join Us?

• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Choose from 4x10 or 4x8 work schedules
• Meaningful work with a supportive, mission-driven team

If you’re passionate about helping others and want to make a lasting impact in your community, we encourage you to apply today for the Mental Health Case Manager position.

$19 hourly

• Mental Health Assessment: Evaluate patients' mental health status through medical information, interviews, observations, and testing, while collaborating with other staff members.
• Reassessment and Follow-Up: Reassess patient situations and provide appropriate follow-up care based on their evolving needs.
• Resource Referral: Offer community resources and specialist referrals to patients and family members facing challenges.
• Treatment Planning: Develop individualized treatment plans that outline specific goals and objectives for each patient.
• Crisis Intervention: Assist with interventions for patients during crisis situations, providing immediate support as needed.
• Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments to identify clients' needs and create personalized care plans.
• Resource Navigation: Help clients access and utilize community resources, including mental health services, housing programs, and government benefits.
• Advocacy: Advocate for clients' rights and needs within various systems, including healthcare, social services, and legal services.
• Crisis Support: Provide crisis intervention and support to clients as necessary.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, social workers, and service providers to coordinate comprehensive care.
• Progress Monitoring: Monitor clients' progress and adjust care plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and documentation in accordance with organizational standards.
• Education: Educate clients and their families about mental health issues, available resources, and effective coping strategies.
• Team Participation: Engage in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Transportation: Hold a valid driver's license and maintain reliable transportation with automobile insurance coverage.
• Confidentiality Compliance: Strictly adhere to HIPAA regulations and uphold client confidentiality at all times.
• Productivity Standards: Consistently meet productivity standards set by the organization.
• Attendance: Maintain excellent attendance records to ensure continuity of care.

• Education: This position requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent and a bachelor’s degree in a field such as social work, or at least 2 years of experience without a bachelor's degree.
• HIPAA Compliance: Familiarity with and adherence to HIPAA regulations is essential.
• Confidentiality: Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• Proactive Mindset: A proactive approach with the ability to anticipate client needs effectively.
• Judgment & Decision-Making: Demonstrates sound judgment and accuracy in decision-making processes.
• Positive Attitude: Exhibits a passion for the work and maintains a consistently positive attitude.
• Personal Responsibility: Takes personal responsibility for actions, honors commitments, and seeks or offers help when necessary.
• Professional Appearance: Maintains a professional appearance and hygiene consistent with workplace culture.
• Experience Requirement: For candidates with a bachelor's degree in an unrelated field, at least one year of experience in a direct service capacity (e.g., after-school program, nursing home, mental health, or client advocacy) is required.

Winds of Change is a mental health clinic dedicated to inspiring change, fostering hope, and promoting recovery. We strive to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities we serve.