Case Manager- ACT

Specialty Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Case Manager needed to join the team providing support to individuals in a community setting. In this role, there is an emphasis on creating interventions that are strength-based and focused on promoting recovery, symptom reduction, increased coping skills, and achievement of the highest level of functioning for the patient in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Provide community-based services to support patients in managing severe and persistent mental illness.
• Develop and connect patients to resources that aid in their recovery, such as housing, healthcare, and employment.
• Advocate for patients' rights and needs.
• Promote and encourage healthy lifestyle choices, focusing on both physical and mental health.
• Offer crisis intervention in emergencies to de-escalate situations and ensure patient safety.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create and implement individualized treatment plans to meet specific patient goals.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure successful goal achievement.
• Maintain monthly productivity expectation and up-to-date records of patient progress, treatment plans, and interactions.

Requirements:

• Minimum of AA/BA required; LSW/LPC, CCDCII or II strongly preferred.
• Experience with SPMI and/or SUD population preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Knowledge of community resources and healthcare services.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.

As a healthcare provider, Southeast Healthcare is a non-smoking employer. Staff members are required to be vaccinated for the flu (medical and religious exemptions may be requested during the hiring process).

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