Case Manager - GRANT FUNDED
Location: Papillion, Nebraska
Description: Sarpy County, NE is at present recruited Case Manager - GRANT FUNDED right now, this career will be delegated in Nebraska. Detailed specification about this career opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Under the direction of the Pre-Trial/Community Services Director, perform a variety of skilled technical and administrative work requiring moderate independent judgment, ! and supervise and provide case management services to clients in the Mental Health Division of Pretrial Services .
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, Officials, supervisors, employees, attorneys, judges, law enforcement staff, other health care professionals, other agencies, and the general public.
Consult and collaborate with other mental health professionals in order to develop an individual treatment plan.
Plan, develop, and provide intensive case management services with clients.
Review and discuss individualized treatment plan.
Engage client in areas such as symptom identification and education, relapse prevention, coping skills, activities of daily living, and health management.
Coordinate and consult with social service agencies, community groups, private practitioners, clergy, and law enforcement agencies regarding client’s needs.
Work with families! and the community to assist clients in planning for future ne! eds and goals.
Create and maintain accurate records and reports of client contact and activities.
Administer drug and alcohol tests.
Report to work with regular, predictable, and consistent attendance. Peripheral Duties Provide transportation for clients as needed.
Serve as member of various committees, as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience High school graduate or GED equivalent*.
Two (2) years’ experience in performing case management in the Mental Health field.
Current experience with electronic monitoring preferred. Special Requirements Must have and maintain throughout employment a valid Drivers’ License, as well as meet eligibility requirements of “acceptable driver standards†as defined by the County.
Must obtain and maintain certification in Preliminary Breath Testing (PBT). Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of mental illne! ss and psychiatric treatment
Working knowledge of social work/counseling methods, techniques, and applications
Working knowledge of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement and corrections, with an emphasis on court proceedings
Working knowledge of behavior associated with psychiatric disorders, psychiatric terminology, and the effects and adverse reactions of psychotropic medications
Working knowledge of the environmental and cultural factors inherent in social work, treatment, and counseling
Working knowledge of, and ability to use, computers, and Microsoft Office software
Working knowledge of current office practices and procedures Skill in the use of professional interviewing techniques to obtain basic information
Ability to deal with individuals of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
Ability to navigate effectively in stressful and/or emotionally-charged situations
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain ! various records, reports, correspondence, and other departmental docume! nts
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
Ability to exercise sound, objective judgment while working independently with strict adherence to established departmental policies and procedures
Ability to carry out assignments to completion within time constraints
Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
Ability to use drug testing and electronic monitoring equipment
Ability to operate standard office equipment including, but not limited to, multiline phone, computer, printer, 10-key calculator, scanner, fax, copier, tape recorder, personal electronic devices, monitoring equipment, and drug testing tools
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accomm! odations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit/remain stationary, and operate/manipulate equipment (e.g. use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls). The employee is occasionally required to walk/move about, stand/remain upright, as well as reach, bend, and stoop. The employee must be able to frequently lift and/or maneuver up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or maneuver up to 50 pounds. The employee must have the physical ability to protect oneself and control combative or disruptive persons. Required sensory abilities include vision, smell, hearing and touch. Visual abilities, correctable to normal ranges, include close, distance, and color vision as well as the ability to adjust focus. Communication abilities include the ability to talk (verbal exchange) and hear within normal ranges. While performing! the duties of this job, the employee occasionally will be exposed to o! utside weather conditions, temperature variations, and wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet in the office, and moderate to loud in the field. Due to the nature of the department, the employee must be available days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Selection Guidelines Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, reference checks, successful completion of a national criminal background check, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, and other job related tests or checks as may be required. Disclaimer The job description is current as of the date signed. Any omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if they are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements o! f the job change.
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