Care Manager I, Child & Youth (Murfreesboro, TN)

Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional and where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Job Title: Care Manager I, Child & Youth (Murfreesboro, TN) Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00a-4:30p Salary: $41,000 (base pay) with additional incentive for language skills and behavioral health experience. $1,500 sign‑on bonus opportunity. Mileage reimbursement available. Job Summary Provide comprehensive care management services to children and youth with severe emotional disorders (SED) and their families and/or to adults with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI). Develop relationships with consumers, assist them in overcoming challenges, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and community partners to deliver innovative solutions that help consumers achieve their goals. Responsibilities Engage with consumers monthly to assess needs, develop and address care plan goals, and coordinate care. Complete visits with consumers in the community (home, school, court, etc.) to evaluate needs and connect with individuals where they are. Address mental health, physical health, social determinants of health, gaps in care, and ED/IP utilization. Provide side‑by‑side approach to consumers in evaluating and addressing barriers to engagement in treatment. Assist with referral and linkage to community resources and advocate for consumers whenever necessary. Collaborate with consumers’ support system and identify or increase supports when needed. Follow training handouts and policies to ensure consumer care is delivered with utmost quality. Ensure timely and comprehensive documentation as informed by agency policies and procedures. Meet productivity standards as indicated in the policies and procedures. Actively participate in daily team meetings, being prepared to share insight, offer innovative solutions, and develop action plans. Follow up with plans developed in meetings. Participate in monthly supervision, prepared to discuss caseload, engage in professional development discussions, and receive feedback. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships across departments and with community partners. Demonstrate consistently Integrated Care Core Values of connection, innovation, compassion, and integrity. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in a health‑related field of counseling, psychology, social work, or another behavioral health field required. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice must have fifteen college‑level semester hours of coursework in behavioral health. Valid Tennessee Driver’s License. Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR). Acceptable Criminal Background Investigation. Personal Automobile Insurance. About You Team oriented, recovery focused, and interpersonal skills. Initiative and follow‑through. Engagement, time management, and organization. Handles THL measures effectively. Addresses needs. Meets program productivity standards. Timely documentation. Flexible solution focused professional. Benefits Medical Insurance / Prescription Drug Coverage. Health Savings Account. Dental Insurance. Vision Insurance. Basic Life and AD&D Insurance. Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability. Supplemental Life Insurance. Cancer Insurance. Accident Insurance. Critical Illness Insurance. 403b - Retirement Plan. Calm App for medication and mental health. Gym membership discounts. MHC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr MHC Mental Health Cooperative, Inc.