QMHP-CS I/II (Case Worker)

Under the general supervision of the Program Manager for Regional AMH, a Caseworker II performs assigned case management activities in the community mental health center and the community at large. Education: Bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited school of social work, sociology, psychology, education, the humanities, or behavioral science. Must be able to maintain QMHP Credentialing for continued employment.

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 Community Supervision, Corrections Department and 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 travel 25% locally and 25% regionally and transport clients Ability to lift up to 15lbs. Must have excellent verbal/written communication skills and have excellent time management and organizational/filing skills. Must have Microsoft Application knowledge for clinical documentation. Experience and Training: Bachelor's/Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a human service-related field (e.g., social work, educational counseling, gerontology, psychology, or sociology, with at least one yearof casework experience preferred.) Must have 1-2 years supervisory years, preferred. Must have mental healthcare inpatient/outpatient and medical char/documentation skills. Position: 181 Hours : Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Salary: $45,000-$52,965 Annually; $21.6346-- $25.4639hourly Depending on Education and Experience * $2500 LEAD stipend and $5,000 Regional stipend Benefits: 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) Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full-time employment Department: Regional Office This is a full time position Visit Careers at Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network #J-18808-Ljbffr Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (Previously known as Heart of Texas MHMR)