Case Manager, ACT

Furthering our Mission to continuously improve the health and independence of the persons we serve and under the supervision of the Regional Clinical Director, the case manager is an essential provider of recovery-oriented case management services, skill building, and medication education. The case manager conducts routine psycho-social-emotional needs assessments, completing Person-Centered Recovery Plans, assisting clients with accessing community resources, providing rehabilitative services, and initiating crisis intervention when needed. All services are documented in an electronic health record and provided in collaboration with a multidisciplinary recovery team. The Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team Intensive Support Specialist provides outstanding person-centered intensive support services to a small caseload of adults who have current or historical substance use treatment needs, a diagnosed severe and persistent mental health disorder, who have experienced multiple hospitalizations. Services are comprehensive, integrated, community-based services based on a multidisciplinary to provide psychiatric treatment, social services and rehabilitation. The ACT case manager regularly meets with individuals in their homes, community, crisis units, and at Bluebonnet Trails clinics This position has flexible hours dependent upon the needs of the caseload. Services provided promote recovery and wellness, community integration, independent living within the community and improved quality of life. A high level of detailed electronic documentation is required and adherence to company and state guidelines is expected. A minimum of 55% of hours worked are required to be direct service. This position necessitates innovative thinking, patience, resiliency, skills in advocacy, service coordination, mental health assessment and evaluation, collaborative person-centered recovery planning and dual-diagnosis treatment. The person in this position will effectively work independently and on a team, prioritize needs during crisis situations, engage in regular meetings and training opportunities, balance self-care, be a delight to work with, and perform duties as assigned with a positive attitude. Location: Seguin, TX Differential Detail: - $1.00 per hour - 2 years previous experience - Up to $4.00 per hour - BTCS Tenure - $0.75 per hour - Bilingual - $1.00 per hour - Associate or Advanced Licensure - $0.50 per hour - LCDC - $1.00 per hour - ACT CEUs - $1.00 per hour - EBT Training Join our dynamic and enthusiastic Team dedicated to continuously improving the health and independence of the persons we serve. Click on https://bbtrails.org/work-with-us/ for additional details on other rewards and compensation, including our excellent benefits package and generous leave accruals! Minimum Qualifications: The Case Manager must hold a Bachelors degree in Human Services*. Possess a strong understanding of mental health diagnoses and treatment. The ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, recovery-oriented environment, with a proven ability to build meaningful connections with individuals served. A valid Texas drivers license is required, along with the ability to maintain approved driver status throughout employment. *Candidates whose degree is not in Human Services must have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours in a human services-related field. Preferred Qualifications: A Masters degree in Human Services or a related field is preferred. At least one year of experience providing wellness and recovery support services in mental health, substance use treatment, and/or crisis intervention and screening. Candidates who are actively pursuing clinical licensure in counseling, behavior analysis, social work, family therapy, or a related discipline are encouraged, with preference given to those holding adv nced or full licensure. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly valued. Experience with concurrent (real-time) documentation practices is desirable, as is current licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC).