Case Manager BH - Southeast

If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word. COMMUNITY ! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do. Metropolitan Family Services empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than a company's bottom line? Then we'd love to hear from you! We are now hiring for a full-time Case Manager for Behavioral Health to join our Southeast office.

SALARY:

The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $44,000 - $49,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Conducts thorough assessment of clients. Evaluates problem and service needs. Develops a written client service plan specifying goals to be achieved and services to be pursued. Supplements service plans to meet client needs. Provides, as appropriate, supportive help, advocacy and case management to individuals and families in coping with environment and interpersonal relationship issues. Works collaboratively with community resources. Develops a knowledge of resources and helps clients to utilize them. Works within contract, grant, and program requirements including meeting timelines and reporting requirements. Engages client in settings that may present a challenge for the client for the purpose of learning/practicing/developing healthy behaviors and coping skills. Reassesses and monitors client situation and adequacy of service plan. Collaborates and participates with other program staff in the planning and implementation of service plans. Subsequent to consultation with supervisor, handles emergency and crisis situations within target population. With supervisory approval, authorizes limited amounts of financial assistance to own clients. May work with community groups. Works effectively with diverse staff and service population. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: Strong interpersonal and time management skills. Ability to maintain assigned community and home-based services. Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field from an accredited college or university , required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Satisfactorily pass all screenings and criminal background checks.

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVLE REQUIREMENTS:

Driving for work required with a personally owned vehicle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand for sustained periods of time, frequently talk, hear, use hands and fingers to feel, handle and operate objects or controls, and occasionally stand, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing and viewing a computer terminal. Some highlights include: Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, and Vision Coverage. Metropolitan Family Services contributions of $2,000 to individual, and $4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits start date. FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services provided to all team members. Ascensus 401K plan services with a 4% employer match, vested at 100% on day one of eligibility. Some of the above benefits are available for part-time and temporary workers, but not all. Be sure to inquire upon your hire as to which benefits apply to you.

MORE ABOUT US:

Metropolitan is Illinois' first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 122,970 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs, and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness, and empowerment. Verbal and Written Communication Some Knowledge Interpersonal Skills Some Knowledge Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Education Bachelors or better in Social Work or related field. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Metropolitan Family Services