Adult Case Manager (SOAR)

About the Role

Elizabeth Layton Center is seeking a SOAR Case Manager to join our Community Support Services (CSS) team in Paola, KS. This position provides case management and therapeutic services to consumers with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI). The majority of time will be spent providing services in consumers' homes, vocational sites, program sites, or other community settings, with minimal time at the Center. This position reports directly to the CSS Director or designee.

Responsibilities

• Provide SOAR case management for clients seeking Social Security Benefits
• Provide SOAR training when necessary
• Provide case management to SPMI adults supporting consumer's treatment plan goals and advocacy in the areas of Education/Vocation, Residential, Financial, Health, Leisure, and Social Supports utilizing community resources on behalf of the consumer as needed
• Collaborate at the local and state level on behalf of ELC in coordinating services and resources for SPMI consumers
• Assist in collection of program data and provide reports as necessary to immediate supervisor
• Work in conjunction with other mental health center staff
• Participate in treatment planning based on best practice theories and apply interventions
• Meet direct service expectations
• Meet deadlines for daily paperwork and reports
• Provide quality documentation
• Provide supportive intervention when needs arise outside of scheduled hours
• Complete other duties as directed
• Complete all required trainings as assigned
• Comply with all ELC policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience necessary to meet State of Kansas licensing regulations
• Possesses the minimum qualifications as documented in the Kansas Case Management Program Standards
• Familiarity with mental health theory and practice
• Medicaid experience a plus
• Possesses valid driver's license and good driving record
• Ability to pass all required background checks

Skills

• Relates a positive approach to complex mental health issues
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, community agencies, and consumers
• Ability to be sensitive to cultural and ethnic differences

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous paid time off
• Wellness resources to support your well-being
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth
• Healthy work-life balance