Case Manager (Crisis Stabilization)

Job Summary

The Case Manager provides direct care and support services to the adult crisis population. The Case Manager will assist in the development and implementation of discharge planning activities for individuals in the Crisis Stabilization Unit. The Case Manager will assist the CSU with the treatment team in linking individuals to aftercare services, assist in the engagement of aftercare services and participate in follow up contacts to improve active participation in aftercare services. The Case Manager will assist with collecting information for individual intake, admission based on interviews with individual, their families, significant others, and appropriate community agencies, assist the treatment team in identifying individual strengths and weaknesses, and assist in developing an aftercare plan for a specific activity, service, programs or supports.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with identifying aftercare needs and developing a discharge plan through interviews with the individual and family when appropriate, the treatment team and clinical staff.
• Participate in treatment team to assist with discharge planning needs
• Provide linkage to aftercare services by arranging appointments, transportation and supports.
• Provide follow up and assistance to improve engagement in aftercare services and reduce recidivism.
• Maintain clinical records and documentation according to agency policies.
• Avoid crisis situations by responding appropriately to crisis situations that may involve physical intervention including the use of seclusion/restraint.
• Provide direct care for individuals as needed.
• Transport individuals to approved designated location at discharge.

Benefits

• Health Insurance through the State Health Benefit Plan of GA
• Flexible Benefits such as dental, vision, life, critical illness, etc.
• Retailment Plan with employer matching
• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off with increase of accruals based on years of service
• 10 paid holidays
• 1 personal day

Qualifications

• Qualifying employer for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• NHSC loan forgiveness in qualifying counties
• Clinical supervision for candidates on a licensure track.