Case Manager I - FT 40 Hours Monday - Friday 7:00 AM- 3:00 PM- YAS Brace

Scope of Service

The Case Manager I provides a comprehensive array of support focused on skill building and case management activities supporting clients to achieve a meaningful level of independence and well-being. Completes screenings and assessments with clients to support in the development of person-centered care plans to support individual growth. Provides services in a team approach which include but are not limited to: rehabilitative supports, skill building for activities of daily living, access and engagement to area resources, facilitates psycho-education groups, socialization and community integration. Collectively engages in day-to-day program activities, completes assigned documentation per contract and agency requirements, and assists with maintaining a clean working environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with clients while maintaining professional ethics and boundaries.
• Enhances a client’s daily living skills by assessing and providing various modalities of teaching and assistance (e.g. modeling, prompting, hands-on assistance) with daily living.
• Develops, implements, and monitors person-centered plans with the client in all aspects of care, up to and including the intake and discharge processes.
• Captures referrals, obtains and maintains entitlements, manages money, accesses treatment, medical care, transportation, housing, wellness/nutrition, legal services, education and employment, etc. for clients.
• Aids clients in identifying potential barriers to achieving their aspirations and goals, and links the client to appropriate services to address these obstacles.
• Mets regularly with each client to review progress, mental health stability, upcoming appointments and activities.
• Supports clients to learn local transportation while providing transportation to meet client needs.
• May be required to transport clients in personal vehicles in community-based settings and shared-living programs.
• Conducts regular apartment/room inspections and assists the clients in maintaining the cleanliness of their living spaces which may require hands-on assistance.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with families, natural supports, and external providers and advocates on behalf of clients as necessary.
• Facilitates/co-facilitates psychoeducational groups as indicated.
• Completes service entry documentation in accordance with contract and agency requirements.
• As applicable, administers breathalyzer tests and urinalysis samples.
• Conducts rounds within program, as indicated.
• Attends and participates in staff and AllTreater’s meetings, rounds, and supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with a minimum of one (1) year experience.
• High school diploma considered with two (2) years’ experience, including one (1) year working with Continuum.
• Prior experience working with people with persistent chronic mental illness and/or addiction.
• Valid driver's license required. Reliable vehicle required in community-based settings and shared-living programs.
• Employee must maintain the minimum required CT State automobile liability insurance on personal vehicle.
• CPR/First Aid certification offered as part of orientation. Employee responsible to maintain ongoing certification.
• Proficient reading, writing, and oral skills required, including computer proficiency and familiarity with electronic record keeping.
• Knowledge of the community support system and resources preferred.

Company Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• 401(k) with company match up to 3.5%
• Medical, Dental and Vision FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Life, AD&D and LTD
• Colonial Supplemental Insurance
• Vacation, PTO & Sick time for eligible FT 40 & PT (2039 hour) Employees
• Connecticut Paid Sick Time for all employees up to 40 hours a year
• 12 Company Holidays Paid at Double Time (hourly employees)