Seacoast Mental Health Center
Location
Portsmouth, NH | United States
Job description
If you like making a difference in your community and are passionate about working in a nonprofit organization Seacoast Mental Health Center is an excellent choice!
If you are interested in a rewarding job and a supportive culture, as well as, being part of an organization that rates the highest in the state for consumer satisfaction , Seacoast Mental Health Center, Inc. has an opening for an Adolescent Case Manager to join our team!
Key Responsibilities:
1. The Case Manager will be able to accurately describe targeted case management services to clients, families and community providers.
2. The Case Manager will accurately assess the case management needs of the client and family while completing the TCM assessment in order to provide the most effective services to meet the child and family’s needs. These needs are often diverse and will vary from one family to the next.
3. The Case Manager will provide direct and/or indirect case management services to the client and family monthly, with at least one face-to-face meeting with the family every 90 days. Services are delivered in the home or community settings.
4. The Case Manager will develop client and family driven TCM goals and objectives that are consistent with the TCM assessment. The Case Manager will complete the TCM Care Plan and monitor the client and/or family’s progress on a monthly basis.
5. The Case Manager will develop and maintain a tracking system to accurately identify the TCM needs of the children and families being served and provide a copy to his/her assigned team leader on a monthly basis.
6. The Case Manager will maintain an organized system of resource materials to provide information on resources, including but not limited to: child advocacy groups, disability rights organizations, camps/recreational programs, financial assistance agencies, rent/fuel assistance programs, homeless shelters, food banks/pantries, soup kitchens, legal assistance, transportation, health/dental centers, parenting support programs/groups and other agencies as needed.
7.. The Case Manager is a part of the child's treatment team and is responsible for relaying information through the appropriate channels. This may include attendance at assessment team meetings or consults with other providers as needed.
8.. The Case Manager is required to attend supervision, team meetings and in-services on a regular basis.
9.. The Case Manager must be aware of and adhere to all SMHC Policies and Procedures.
10. The Case Manager will be aware of and adhere to state and federal mandates regarding service provisions.
11. . The Case Manager is required to keep regular documentation of all activities.
12. The Case Manager will meet the clinical performance standards as developed by the agency.
13. The Case Manager will need to work a flexible, nontraditional schedule to ensure the continuity of care and optimal support services.
Bachelors or Master’s Degree in human services, social work, counseling or related field to work with children 0-18 and their families in the home, community and school. Experience working with systems, an understanding of family dynamics, knowledge of community and state resources and an ability to work well within a treatment team. Previous experience working with children, families and larger systems recommended. Knowledge of behavior management strategies a benefit but not required. High organizational, liaison, and advocacy skills required. Prior experience in a mental health, human service or school setting a plus. The Case Manager must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to demonstrate a clean driving and criminal record. CPR and First Aid training is recommended.
Seacoast Mental Health Center, Inc. offers a generous compensation package including paid time off, health and dental plans, retirement account match, etc. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value the diversity of our community.
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