Mental Health Case Manager

Job Details Job Location: Wise County BHC - Decatur, TX 76234 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Bachelor/Master's Salary Range: $17.36 - $17.94 Hourly Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: 8-5 M-F may vary Job Category: Health Care Work location and hours may change based on program needs. Reassignment is a condition of employment that may occur at the employer’s discretion. Responsibilities Assist consumers in making informed choices by educating them on community resources and helping them access services. Schedule uniform assessments and update treatment plans in accordance with consumer need. Serve on-call after regular business hours when required; compensation provided. Provide face-to-face assessment and crisis intervention services to any person requesting help or presenting a crisis at any time. Work as part of a team, demonstrate initiative, and maintain positive work habits. Provide consultation and support to fellow staff as needed. Services to be provided according to the Resiliency and Disease Management Model, conforming to the Performance Contract, Community Service Standards, Helen Farabee Regional MHMR Center policy and procedures, and Medicaid standards. Practice trauma‑informed care, emphasizing cultural sensitivity and a safe respectful environment for all individuals served and staff. Assist in keeping unassigned caseloads up to date and/or assist caseworkers with assigned caseloads as needed. Report to the Center Manager and be accountable for performance. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social, behavioral, or human services field. Licensure is not required. Experience with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness is preferred but not required. Valid driver’s license and insurable status to operate Center vehicles. Pass and maintain all Center mandate trainings and all trainings required for certification. Knowledge of psychotherapeutic medications and basic casework skills. Knowledge and skills in assessment, diagnostics, treatment planning, and community support services for children, adults, and geriatric persons with mental illness. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read, proof, and write correspondence, reports, and computer printouts with accurate spelling and grammar. Ability to write progress notes, assessments, brief mental status exams, memos, letters, and complex reports with acceptable spelling and grammar. Ability to communicate verbal instructions and interact courteously and effectively with co‑workers, consumers, families, agencies, and the public. Display a customer service orientation, treating customers as equals and partners at all times. Skilled in the use of personal and network computers, word processing, database, spreadsheet, and office management software (Microsoft Office), SmartCare, and familiar with CARE. #J-18808-Ljbffr