Case Manager III - Child and Adolescent Services

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.
The Norfolk Community Services Board (NCSB) provides treatment, support, and education to the community with a focus on mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and housing and homelessness. Norfolk CSB provides services to persons in acute crisis as well as integrated, person-centered, and recovery-oriented programming for persons needing assistance and support stabilizing in the community. Today, the NCSB provides treatment and rehabilitation services to over 6,000 Norfolk citizens yearly. The NCSB seeks team members interested in providing skilled services in a public service environment and dedicated to supporting a positive work and treatment environment. Please join us as we provide hope and recovery opportunities for the people we serve. The NCSB is seeking a Case Manager III in their Child and Adolescents division. The Case Manager III provides case management services (assessment, treatment planning, linking, monitoring, and advocacy) to an assigned caseload of children and adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED). Completes clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines. Department Hiring Salary Range: $46,589-$53,577 Essential Functions Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Provide a safe and welcoming environment while providing care coordination services to consumers and families.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for consumers and families being served by the clinic.
• Coordinate care, working collaboratively with prescribers, counselors, nurses, and administrative staff.
• Links consumers to resources, internal as well as external, and provides ad hoc assistance with navigating the service system.
• Facilitates communication and coordinates care between CSB providers and consumer's external healthcare providers for continuity of care.
• Assists consumers and families with accessing behavioral health crisis services when needed.
• Advocates for consumers and families to assure needed supports and resources are available.
• Maintain consumer's medical record.
• Obtain and maintain clinical documentation and health records from other providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in regular supervision with Clinical Coordinator and consult with other team members as needed.
• Attend staff meetings, case reviews, and training as required.
• Performs other work-related projects and duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in a human services field.

Two years experience in a human services field related to the areas of assignment. Some assignments may also require specific experience working with various types of client populations.
Preferred Experience:
At least two years of experience in behavioral health care.
Experience working with children and adolescents. Additional Information & Requirements

• Valid Driver's License may be required depending on assignment.
• Certification in basic first aid and CPR, depending on area of assignment.
• Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus.