In-Home Case Manager

Job Title: In-Home Case Manager

• Reports To/Supervisor: Clinical Service Director ( Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC or MSW)

Qualifications:

• At a minimum, a bachelor's degree in human services, or a related field with at least one year of clinical experience providing direct services to children/adolescents with a mental health diagnosis; or      Clinical experience means providing direct clinical services to children and adolescents with mental illness. It includes supervised internships, practicums, and field experience.

• A human services field is defined as social work, psychology, sociology, or counseling have a social work bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited college or university with at least one year of clinical experience with children or adolescents
• Registered with the Board of Counseling as a Qualified Mental Health Professional-Child (QMHP-C) and/or Qualified Mental Health Professional-Eligible (QMHP-E) per the Virginia Board of Counseling regulations or be qualified to apply for the license.
• Possesses a valid state driver's license and proof of adequate vehicle insurance.
• First aid and CPR certifications

Principal Duties and Responsibilities - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serves as a positive role model for children/adolescents and adults to observe and learn socially effective values, attitudes, and behaviors, and contributes to the formulation and implementation of the treatment plan
• Maintain active liaison relationships with referral sources, both internal and external; work collaboratively with funding sources, and other organizations.
• Design an Individualized Plan with the client based on the specific needs of the
• individual, with the aim of maximizing physical, emotional, and mental health.
• Coordinate or assist with crisis intervention and stabilization services as appropriate.
• Complete needs assessments, weekly/quarterly progress reports and monitor client's progress toward achieving behavioral goals.
• Provide emergency on-call coverage in rotation with other team members as needed. This may involve both phone work and in-person contact over a 24 hour period.
• Maintain required records accurately, comprehensively, and in a timely manner. Keeps required consumer data up to date and submits paperwork as per program policy.
• Participate fully as a member of the team in staffing and other meetings, offering relevant input and feedback and accepting such from other team members.
• Cooperate with, participate in, and support the adherence to all internal policies, procedures, and practices, and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Communicate with the Counselors, Service Director, and appropriate staff personnel in order to integrate activities.
• Work in a collaborative and collegial manner with other staff, both intra- and inter-agency in assisting both the program's clients and the program to meet identified goals.
• Ensure the confidentiality of all client and/or employee-related information.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to listen effectively; knowledge of child and adolescent development; knowledge of factors that may contribute to family dysfunction; knowledge of behavioral management techniques; general knowledge of community resources and services; knowledge of crisis intervention strategies; good problem-solving skills; ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other social services providers, service purchasers, and clients; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Disclaimer clause: Job descriptions and specifications are not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with a job. They are intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal requirements of the position.
• Medical Clearances
• Proof of medical and TB/immunization clearances are mandatory. Annual updates are also required.