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Case Managers provide services to participants living in the community with persistent mental health challenges, in addition to individuals with co-occurring conditions. After assessing the participants' needs the Targeted Case Manager helps the participant with obtaining resources and services in the community, in a partnership that focuses on recovery and the achievement of the participant's goals for community living.

The Case Manager is a full time position, Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (with the opportunity to create a flexible schedule with manager's approval). This is a hybrid work from home position, with required in-person participant visits and office days and occasional work from home options. As a full time employee, you would be eligible for the following benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off (Up to 44 paid days off per year!)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• No Cost Life and Disability Insurance
• Supervision hours towards clinical licenses available!
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• No Cost Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Annual Discretionary Employer Contribution
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Continuous Growth & MHP Sponsored Training Opportunities

MHP is the proud recipient of Mental Health America's 2023 Platinum Bell Seal Award-an national recognition for our commitment to nurturing mentally healthy workplaces. Join us in revolutionizing workplace well-being and raising the bar for mental health excellence!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Collaborate with participants to create self-directed goals to assist them in their path to recovery and self-sufficiency.
• Support participants with educational, employment, and social related goals, benefit/medical resources, mental health and substance use services, budgeting skills and exploring housing options in accordance with their support plan.
• Attend socialization activities, such as attending community events, recovery learning centers, 12 step meetings, etc.
• Collaboratively document participant progress in the electronic health records system.
• Other duties as assigned to fulfill MHP's mission.

Requirements

• A High School diploma with a minimum of 12 social science credits required, a Bachelor degree preferred with major course work in Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology, Anthropology, Political Science, History, Criminal Justice, Theology, Nursing, Counseling or Education preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of case management experience in a fee-for-service environment.
• Must have a BHTEN certification or be able to obtain one within one year of hire date.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• If applicable, must be able to qualify for and obtain a prison ID.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the local Mental Health System.
• Must possess basic computer skills to perform job duties including desktop computing, e-mail, timesheet management, electronic health records, internet research, etc. and the ability to learn software applications relevant to your position.
• Must have access to a car to use for work on a daily basis.
• Must have automobile insurance coverage at the state requirement levels and current state registration.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines and billable unit requirements, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.

Effective November 15, 2021, all new employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before beginning employment with MHP. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for those with qualifying medical or religious exemptions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sit/stand t a desk with ergonomically appropriate equipment.
• 80% of a Targeted Case Manager's time is spent in community settings and/or outreach. Targeted Case Managers must be able to travel within the community that may not be accessible: walk, drive agency vehicles, and/or take public transportation depending on the needs of the program.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties