QMHP-CS I/II (Case Worker) LYLE

Under the general supervision of the Director of Clinical Services performs assigned case management activities in the community mental health center and community at large.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Provides assessment, diagnosis and treatment with consumers identified for services at the community outpatient clinic who do not qualify for traditional community center services based on not having a targeted qualifying diagnosis (i.e. Bi-Polar Disorder, Major Depression or Schizophrenia).
• Possess knowledge and understanding of treatment modalities which will benefit the individual consumer.
• Possesses skills to document clinical services provided in a timely manner no later than 24 hours following consumer interaction.
• Participates as a team member on the collaborative team designed for the diagnosis and treatment of consumers.
• Participates in the interpretation of methods and procedures to agencies responsible for carrying out recommendations of the clinic.
• May supervise other therapists, volunteers, and students.
• Acts as liaison between all appropriate agencies, physicians, and community resources for purposes of admission, treatment and discharge planning.
• May participate in budget planning, unit administration, and program development.
• Increase knowledge of therapy concepts by attendance at work related outside conferences and seminars whenever possible.
• Performs related work as required and assigned.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university of social work, sociology, psychology, education, the humanities, or a behavioral science.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• General knowledge of mental illness and emotional components, rehabilitation methods, basic principles of casework, and knowledge of general community welfare resources. 
• Ability to conduct interviews and report results of the interviews.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other professional groups, to exercise tact, initiative, and good judgment when dealing with people, to prepare reports and recommendations for administrative use, to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats of communication.
• Must have and maintain a level of general health that permits the performance of the job duties and ability to maintain regular attendance as set forth in Center policies and procedures.
• Must be able to successfully participate, perform and complete the skills required for CPR, First Aid and PMAB certification.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs.
• Must have computer skills to do excellent clinical documentation.
• Ability to have excellent time management and filing skills.
• Must be able to transport clients and travel locally 100% of the time.

Hours: 8AM-5PM M-F 

Salary: $45,000 - $52,965 salary $21.6346 - $25.4639 hourly  Depending on Education and Experience *

Position: 359

Benefits:

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Employer paid Health Insurance
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year
Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)**
**Certain Requirements Apply**

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full-time employment