Case Manager

As a direct service provider of community services the Case Manager is accountable for delivering interactive mental health services in the community to adults and children designated as having significant mental health challenges. The goal of the Case Manager is to provide a normalizing experience by enhancing overall functioning while maintaining the youth/adult in the least restrictive environment of their home and community. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides skill training on target goals and objectives with measurable outcomes, with measurements as determined by medical necessity by the Qualified Mental Health Professional Deliver intensive, community-based, interactive mental health services to children and adults utilizing a strengths-based, skill-building philosophy Participate in the development and maintenance of a client-centered Treatment Plan along with the family and treatment team Assist the youth, or adult, develop a basic understanding of their symptoms and possible solutions Assist the adult, or youth, and family to enlist natural community supports in developing solutions Assist in coordination of mental/physical healthcare services and facilitate communication between the client, service providers, family and community partners Other duties as assigned MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: Strong organizational skills Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS: Integrity: A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing. The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System Compassion: A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact. Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations. Accountability: Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues. Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes. Respect: Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population. Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation. Excellence: Strong communication and presentation skills. Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: One of the following is required: Bachelor's degree, preferably in Social Work, Psychology, or some related field OR Associate's degree with an additional 2 or more years' experience working with educating and teaching clients about self-care, improving daily living activities OR Total combined years of schooling and experience (working with educating and teaching clients about self-care, improving daily living activities) to equal 4 or more years PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or Special Education (with specialized training in human development and family dynamics) Three to five years' professional experience in mental health services or a related field LICENSURE OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Employee must complete CPST Case Management on-line training, KHS on-line training, pass KBI, DCF child abuse check, adult abuse registry, and motor vehicle screens. Within 60 days of employment, the employee must have completed Adult Case Management training. Valid driver's license, insurance, and a dependable vehicle PREFERRED LICENSURE OR REGISTRATION: N/A We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day. Hutchinson Regional Medical Center is a not-for-profit, 190-licensed bed medical facility serving the health needs of more than 65,000 residents of Hutchinson, Reno County and the surrounding Central Kansas region. Our broad network of health care services extends deep into the community with Health-E-Quip, a home medical equipment supply store; Horizons Mental Health Center, a mental health services provider for surrounding counties; Hospice & HomeCare of Reno County, a medical and emotional support system for patients and their families in the final phase of a terminal illness or those needing home health care services for acute and chronic illness needs; and Sleep Diagnostic Center, a monitored sleep lab that identifies sleep disorders. Together, we will do everything possible to deliver an exceptional experience of care to every patient and family member who walks through our doors.