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Community Support Services lists this Licensed Case Manager - Behavioral Health opportunity in akron, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Licensed Case Manager - Behavioral Health
Community Support Services - Akron, OH
Overview
Salary Range $24.00 - $31.75 Hourly Position Type Full Time (40 Hours)
Description
The Opportunity: We are seeking to hire a Case Manager to join one of our regional treatment teams. This individual enhances the provision of clinical services to clients by offering practical help, building community support, teaching recovery-based skills, and monitoring services.
What You'll Do:
Serve on a team built up of fellow Case Managers, Recovery Specialists, and medical staff to navigate the needs and care of your clients, attending team meetings on a regular basis.
Monitor and coordinate the delivery of necessary evaluations and assessments in order to identify each person's needs.
Assist individuals to identify and minimize the effects of their psychiatric symptoms, enabling individuals to self-manage their illness.
Coordinate and participate in the development of an Interdisciplinary Service Plan (ISP) that shall include services and assistance necessary to achieve specific objectives.
Connect clients with community resources to help them develop interpersonal and community coping skills.
Assist the individual in fostering and increasing their social support networks of relatives, friends, and/or volunteers.
Accompany individuals to appointments and activities, assisting in daily living skills training as needed.
Maintain relevant documentation.
This position is full-time (40 hours a week) working normal business hours.
About Us: For over 35 years, Community Support Services has been making a difference in the lives of countless individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses. Our nearly 300 employees are real-life champions committed to quality treatment, collaborative care, and effective outcomes. Located in downtown Akron, Ohio, we serve as a leader in behavioral health care for the entire Summit County area.
What We're Looking For:
Minimum of an LSW or LPC licensure.
Prior experience in case management working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness preferred.
A car and a valid Ohio driver's license and insurability through the Agency's insurance carrier required.
A deeply held belief in CSS's recovery-centered mission.
Ability to develop positive relationships with individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse challenges.
Skill in assessing individuals for strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.
Excellent organizational, attention to detail and communication skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.
Skill in managing time and meeting deadlines.
Ability to negotiate assertively from an advocacy perspective.
Knowledge of community resources and demonstrated ability to access.
What We Offer:
Working within in a mission-driven, highly engaged environment
A supportive, professional workplace with excellent resources
Engaging, autonomous atmosphere
Professional Development Assistance and Education Assistance Program
Program-Site Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
401(k) with 5% employer contribution
10 paid holidays and 15+ days of PTO annually
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Subsidized membership to local YMCA branches
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability
Further Information
Community Support Services is an equal opportunity employer utilizing affirmative action for veterans and candidates with disabilities.
Worksite address
akron, OH, 44329, US
Who can apply
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