Adult Behavioral Health Case Manager

Seeking an Adult Behavioral Health Case Manager who will deliver case management services as defined and prioritized within the individual treatment plan. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; work effectively with and establish rapport with chronically mentally ill individuals; prepare clear and concise reports; maintain accurate case notes and client files; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with other programs, other agencies and the general public; observe and record behavioral changes; work independently and as a team member.

Wage: $25.51 - $32.26 hourly.

Experience /Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral sciences field or a combination of at least three years of relevant work, education, training, or experience required to qualify as a QMHA.

Have the competencies necessary to: communicate effectively; understand mental health assessment, treatment and service terminology and to apply the concepts and provide psychosocial skills development and to implement interventions prescribed on a Treatment Plan within the scope of his or her practice.

Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s license and be insurable for client service purposes, travel between business offices, and to attend required meeting and/or trainings. Must pass all criminal history check and drug screening.

Essential Job Functions

Implement activities according to individual treatment plans.

Document all program activities.

Implement and conform to general procedural formats; i. e., confidentiality, personnel, safety, etc.

• Transport clients as needed.
• Maintain contact with client’s primary therapist as needed.
• Participate in monthly clinical supervision.

Provides individual and group training in such areas as independent living skills, socialization, vocational skills and money management.

Provides support and information to family members including individual consultation, support/education groups.

• Assists clients in applying for and obtaining services and benefits.
• Assist clients in community involvement.
• Serves on advisory boards and committees concerned with mental illness.

Monitors clients appointments and progress; maintains accurate case notes, treatment plans and client files; completes reports as required in a timely way.

Provides supportive and problem-solving counseling to clients and their families; responds to crisis situations.

• Have the ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Collaboration with providers, gathering information form provider.
• Maintain accurate and timely records.
• Assist client’s to find and secure housing.
• Must maintain punctual and regular work attendance.
• Must have the ability to maintain positive and professional working relationships with co-workers, clients and other agencies.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Work effectively with and establish rapport with clients.
• Prepare clear and concise reports; maintain accurate case notes and client files.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with other programs, other agencies and the general public.
• Observe and record behavioral changes.
• Work independently and as a team member.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Full-time non-exempt position with attractive benefit package that includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, LTD, excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation, Professional Development Plan, paid renewal leaves, annual employee appreciation picnics and dinners, Mental Health Days, gym discounts, and more.

The Area

Tired of the rat race? La Grande, Oregon is a small town in Eastern Oregon that offers fresh air, a strong community presence, virtually no traffic, and lots of outdoor recreation in the surrounding Blue Mountains. Enjoy hiking, horseback and mountain bike trails, and ATV access at Mt. Emily Recreation Area, bird watching at Ladd Marsh, picnics along the Grande Ronde River, inland links style golf courses and more. Home of Eastern Oregon University.

To apply please visit our website chdinc.org. Cover Letter REQUIRED with application.

If you need assistance please call 541-962-8881 or email hr@chdinc.org.

CHD is a nonprofit corporation that is recognized statewide as an innovator. Join a team that has the capability to manage their own work and make decisions at the level of service to the customer.

The Center for Human Development, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with CHD depends solely on your qualifications.