Job Information
Starfish Family Services, Inc. Outpatient Case Manager in Westland, Michigan
Outpatient Case Manager
Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Westland Clinic - Westland, MI
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Health Care
* $5,000.00 SIGNING BONUS *
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Outpatient Case Manager is responsible for the assessment, planning, coordination, and monitoring of Mental Health/Community Services to children ages 0 - 18 years-old and their families who reside within Western Wayne County. This is a community-based position.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Must meet criteria as a Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP).
Minimum if a bachelor’s degree in a mental health, or related field, from an accredited school.
Minimum of 3 years of supervised experience in the examination, evaluation, and treatment of minors (ages 0 - 18) and their families is required.
Prior experience working in a Community Health setting preferred.
COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of various systems operating in Wayne County (i.e. Community Mental Health, Department of Social Services, Juvenile Court, Probate Court, School).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain a minimum of monthly face-to-face contact with the family regarding the client’s case and the family’s needs in the family home, school, and/or other community setting.
Develop/maintain liaison relationships with various community facilities.
Develop, in a timely manner, a written client comprehensive assessment and service plan, which identifies the needs of the client/family.
Assist the family in advocacy for the development and provision of appropriate community services for the client.
Facilitate the out-of-home placement of a client when necessary.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of current community resources for staff and clients.
Work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the program and clients.
Participate in and contribute to staff case reviews and staff training in collaboration with mental health therapist.
Responsible for keeping client files in order and up to date.
LICENSING AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must have reliable mode of transportation Must possess a current valid State of Michigan chauffeur’s driver’s license and automobile insurance that is insurable. Must meet SFS and our insurance carrier guidelines for the transportation of children/ clients.
Starfish Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE/M/F/D/V