Youth Case Manager
Company: Zepf
Location: Toledo
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Zepf Center has been serving the Lucas County
community for nearly 50 years. We are the leading provider of
behavioral health and substance use disorder services in Northwest
Ohio. Services include adult and child psychiatric, substance
abuse, case management, residential, Crisis Care, and therapy
programs, as well as career development and wellness services. Zepf
Center also offers primary care medical services to our patients to
contribute to their continuum of care. Zepf Center is a
trauma-informed agency and environment for both patients and
staff.We are currently seeking a full-time Youth Community Based
Case Manager. The purpose of this position is to provide a wide
range of community support and coordination of services to people
experiencing serious mental illness and/or addiction challenges to
ensure their needs are addressed. The Case Manager supports clients
in the development of their short and long-term goals and
acquisition of community resources using a person-centered
approach. Services will be provided with respect to cultural
preferences and in accordance with client's rights. The person in
this position participates in development of comprehensive care
coordination and treatment planning, advocates for persons on their
caseload, utilizes evidence-based assessments, provides linkage and
referral to additional community resources as needed, coordinates
crisis intervention services and generally supports the client in
their pursuit of emotional and physical health and wellness. Levels
of support required by people on caseload may vary greatly. The
Case Manager works with the client in the community, home
environment, and at agency locations. Works hours/shifts as
posted.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Assesses client
strengths and needs with the client and applicable team members,
conducts comprehensive care coordination, and develops treatment
plans. Monitors and evaluates client progress toward goal
attainment. Reviews and modifies treatment plans as
needed.Maintains contact with the client as indicated in the
treatment plan or as needed to ensure stability. Communicates with
and provides support to clients in achieving goals and outcomes.
Provides active outreach as necessary, including crisis
intervention and management, and acquisition of appropriate
community supports.Links and/or refers clients to other services,
programs, and agencies as needed. Assists in assuring clients
obtain and retain applicable entitlements and follows up on same.
Serves as an advocate for clients. With appropriate releases,
communicates with family members and significant others as
indicated.Confers with supervisor and other team members regarding
clients and, as appropriate, other agencies with emphasis on
provision of most appropriate, effective, and cost-efficient
services.May provide face-to-face contact with clients who are
hospitalized to facilitate discharge planning and coordination of
services. Works with hospital and agency medical staff regarding
same.Assists clients in tracking and keeping appointments.Assists
clients with developing skills that lead to independenceProvides
back up for other staff.Completes required documentation in the
electronic health record in accordance with timelines and standards
required by the agency i.e. within 48 hours of interaction,
regulatory bodies, and payors. Demonstrates excellent written and
oral communication skills.Carries out policies and procedures of
the agency; may participate in community work, staff development,
agency-wide projects; serve on agency committees/teams, attend
meetings, and performs other related duties as requested.Training
requirements include CPR, CPI, new hire, Sanctuary and annual
boosters in addition to any required trainings assigned during
employmentMust be able to safely drive-in all-weather conditions in
support of client needsPerform other duties as
assigned.Requirements:HS Diploma and/or equivalent with three years
of experienceValid Driver's LicenseQHMS certification required (at
minimum) throughout employmentSocial Work License and Mental Health
experience preferredThis is a full-time position - excellent wage,
benefits, and retirement plan available.Those eligible to drive
company vehicles must have a valid driver's license and be eligible
for coverage as defined by the agency commercial insurance carrier.
Those who drive personal vehicles during business must be able to
provide proof of insurance.EOE/M/F/H/V May be eligible for a bonus
if certain conditions apply, including not having worked in
Community behavioral health in the last 30
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Keywords: Zepf, Fort Wayne , Youth Case Manager, Executive , Toledo, Indiana
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