Case Manager - Behavioral Health

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Care Coordination: Assess client needs, develop individualized service plans, and coordinate behavioral health, medical, housing, and community resources.
• Client Advocacy: Support individuals in accessing benefits, services, and community-based supports that promote stability and independence.
• Housing Stability: Help individuals maintain housing, strengthen independent living skills, and connect with community resources that support long-term success.
• Recovery-Oriented Support: Promote recovery using person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed practices.
• Community Collaboration: Partner with healthcare providers, families, landlords, and community organizations to support client goals.
• Crisis Response: Respond appropriately to client crises and coordinate support services in accordance with agency policies.
• Documentation & Compliance: Complete timely assessments, service plans, progress notes, and required documentation in accordance with agency and funding requirements.
• Team Collaboration: Participate in supervision, case reviews, and interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure quality, recovery-focused services.

Case Manager Qualifications

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, human services, or a related behavioral health field.
• Preferred: One and a half (1.5) years or more of case management, human services, behavioral health, or mental health experience; experience working with individuals experiencing serious mental illness and/or co-occurring challenges is a plus.

Skills

• Strong communication, organization, documentation, advocacy, and relationship-building skills.

Requirements & Work Conditions

• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening.
• Valid Hawaiʻi driver's license, current vehicle insurance, and safety inspection.
• Ability to travel throughout Hawaiʻi Island for client visits, appointments, meetings, and community-based services.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and respond appropriately to emergencies as needed.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on program and client needs.

Benefits

• Medical & Vision Insurance (UHA or Kaiser)
• Dental Insurance (HDS)
• Supplemental Insurance (Aflac)
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Identity Theft & Legal Protection
• Paid Leave & Holiday Pay
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

Why Choose Mental Health Kokua?

• We believe in "Opportunities to Begin Again."
• Every day, our team helps individuals build stability, strengthen recovery, and develop meaningful connections within their communities.
• Behind every success story is someone who provides guidance, encouragement, and support along the way.

Compensation Details

24-27 Hourly Wage PIf500ef3fef36-25448-41120258