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Mohawk Opportunities, Inc. Case Manager for the Behavioral Health Homes Program in Schenectady, New York

Case Manager for the Behavioral Health Homes ProgramMohawk Opportunities is committed to helping individuals living with Mental Illness and those who are homeless achieve stable community living and independence by providing:- Housing that is safe and affordable.- Services that facilitate growth and recovery. - Relationships built on a foundation of caring and respect, and- A sense of hope for the future.Responsibilities of the Case Manager: The Case Manager needs to demonstrate initiative, confidence, and a focus on making positive connections to coordinate care management services for the Behavioral Health Home clients.Duties include:- Integrating, overseeing and monitoring all aspects of the physical and behavioral health needs of Behavioral Health Home clients.- Complete comprehensive assessments, develop and monitor interdisciplinary plan of care aimed at achieving stability within the community.- Provide referrals and linkages to community services.- Regularly communicate with other care providers to exchange information and identify needs.- Provide outreach to those that are in need but not currently receiving service and coordinating with managed care companies. RequirementsSkills/Qualifications for the Case Manager include:- BA/BS in human services.- Minimum of 2 years human services.- 1 year in case management (defined as experience in assessment of client’s need, care planning, implementation of care plan and regular review along with benefit entitlements, linkage to community providers and services).- A demonstrated ability to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team.- Knowledge of mental illness/behavioral health, substance abuse, physical/medical health, and homelessness is required.- 1 year experience working in a health care setting providing direct care to clients is preferred.- Valid and insurable driver's license.- Both the ability to work independently and as a team member.- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.- The ability to be organized and have good time management skills.BenefitsSalary and Schedule of the Case Manager:- $23.50/hour. Annual equivalent of $48,880.00. $35.25/hour overtime pay rate.- 40 hours per week. Monday-Friday. DAY TIME HOURS AND NO ON-CALL. Some flexibility with early morning hours as clients might have early morning medical appointments.- Excellent benefits, staff training, generous paid time off, and 30-minute paid lunch. - Supportive work environment.- Caseload average is 40 per Case Manager. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!

Minimum Salary: 23.00 Maximum Salary: 23.50 Salary Unit: Yearly

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