Mid-Columbia Center for Living
Case Manager
This Case Manager will work within the Jail Diversion program of the Community Support Services (CSS) department. This role will focus on supporting individuals engaged with the criminal justice system to prevent recidivism and reduce systemic trauma, and provide education around the legal system and processes. The Case Manager provides case management services to assigned clients. This position assesses eligibility, assists clients in accessing services, and collaborates with Agency professionals in case planning and service coordination. What you need: Any combination of education, licensure, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position's essential responsibilities. This includes: Two (02) years of responsible experience in human services or related field is preferred. Experience working with the severe and persistent mentally ill population is preferred. Bilingual fluency in Spanish/English is preferred. Must possess a valid Oregon or Washington Driver's license and be insurable for client service purposes and for travel between business offices, meetings and/or trainings. Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200 to 407-007-0370. Additional Specifications for Level I: Certified as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) by the Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) or register as QMHA-R within 14 days of hire. Additional Specifications for Level II: Certified as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) by MHACBO or register as QMHP-R within 14 days of hire. Master's degree in a MHACBO qualifying field. What you'll do: Provide Case Management services to all assigned clients. Services are provided in a variety of community settings, with consideration to client preference. Assess the eligibility of potential clients utilizing agency standards and processes. Assist enrolled clients in acquiring services and resources needed to achieve treatment goals and maintain independence within the community. Coordinate with other community partners to develop, provide, and maintain a rich array of services and resources for clients. Participate in medication appointments, medication delivery, and accurate and timely documentation in client record. Actively participate in joint case planning and coordination with MCCFL multi-disciplinary teams that may be engaged with the client as well as agency psychiatrists. Meet minimum client service productivity requirements as may be set by the Agency to meet requirements of outside funding and/or reimbursement sources. Utilize agency clinical software system to prepare current client records and reports as necessary and required. Maintain timely and coherent documentation related to client needs and services, adhering to Agency documentation policy. Ensure that all documentation is up-to-date and justifies the case management services provided. Adhere to all clinical and MCCFL program policies and procedures. Remain updated on all applicable rules and Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs). Participate in all team and agency meetings as scheduled. Attend local, regional, and/or state meetings as requested by Supervisor/Manager. Within the scope of the position, perform duties independently in the community and promote a positive image of the agency. Maintain understanding of local behavioral health resources and Mid-Columbia Center for Living's role in that system. Depending upon department, this classification may provide after-hours emergency services on a 24-hour, rotating basis, such as telephone consultation, crisis intervention, and pre-hospital screening examinations if qualifications for this service are met. Such duties may be required as an essential responsibility based upon budget and/or staffing levels in specific departments and/or locations. May provide some administrative support to the team. This may include tasks such as opening and closing case files, greeting visitors and clients, screening telephone calls, etc. Use agency vehicles to travel within the community, provide transportation for clients, and drive between business offices in order to complete essential responsibilities and attend required meetings and/or trainings. Regular and reliable attendance; professional communication with all contacts; maintain confidentiality. Additional Essential Responsibilities for the Case Manager II: Conduct behavioral health screenings and/or mental health assessments for clients. Determine and document client diagnoses. Assess the client's family, social, and work relationships and provide supportive services where appropriate. Create and oversee an individual plan of care. Position-Specific Essential Responsibilities of Case Manager I or II in the Jail Diversion Program (This position may include any of the aforementioned general responsibilities plus the following): Provide case management supports (including symptom monitoring, skills training, needs assessments) to Jail Diversion clients. Provide and collaborate management services in a small team setting. Actively participate in joint case planning and coordination with agency multi-disciplinary team and agency clinicians. Provide Community Restoration duties including Legal Skills Training/case management to .370 order Aid & Assist defendants to promote adjudication. Participate in Mental Health Court proceedings; join community partners to case plan and support justice system involved clients. Actively participate in meetings to collaborate with community partners including jail, community corrections and housing systems; services are provided in a variety of community settings, with consideration to client preference. Must be able to meet the unique physical demands required of this role, including, but not limited to a high level of physical mobility and exertion and regular exposure to adverse environmental conditions. What we'll do: We recognize your value and will strive to keep you engaged and appreciated. The selected candidate will receive: Competitive salary, dependent on experience. 95% employer-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees only. Low deductible plans for family coverage through PEBB PERS Retirement Contribution 11 Holidays, including 1 floating holiday 10 vacation days a year for non-exempt employees 12 sick days a year Education reimbursement and loan forgiveness- HRSA! The hiring process: Application review Questionnaire (if additional information is needed) Panel Interview Possible second-round panel interview Conditional Offer
DMV Record Review, if the position requires driving 10 Panel Drug Screen (Although recreational marijuana use is legal in the state of Oregon, you will not be considered for this position if you're unable to pass a pre-employment drug screening due to federal regulations.) Criminal History check through Orchards BCU Reference check Licensure Primary Source Verification
MCCFL provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation in the recruitment or selection process, please contact human resources at 541-288-4359 or email hr@mccfl.org.
This Case Manager will work within the Jail Diversion program of the Community Support Services (CSS) department. This role will focus on supporting individuals engaged with the criminal justice system to prevent recidivism and reduce systemic trauma, and provide education around the legal system and processes. The Case Manager provides case management services to assigned clients. This position assesses eligibility, assists clients in accessing services, and collaborates with Agency professionals in case planning and service coordination. What you need: Any combination of education, licensure, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position's essential responsibilities. This includes: Two (02) years of responsible experience in human services or related field is preferred. Experience working with the severe and persistent mentally ill population is preferred. Bilingual fluency in Spanish/English is preferred. Must possess a valid Oregon or Washington Driver's license and be insurable for client service purposes and for travel between business offices, meetings and/or trainings. Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200 to 407-007-0370. Additional Specifications for Level I: Certified as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) by the Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) or register as QMHA-R within 14 days of hire. Additional Specifications for Level II: Certified as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) by MHACBO or register as QMHP-R within 14 days of hire. Master's degree in a MHACBO qualifying field. What you'll do: Provide Case Management services to all assigned clients. Services are provided in a variety of community settings, with consideration to client preference. Assess the eligibility of potential clients utilizing agency standards and processes. Assist enrolled clients in acquiring services and resources needed to achieve treatment goals and maintain independence within the community. Coordinate with other community partners to develop, provide, and maintain a rich array of services and resources for clients. Participate in medication appointments, medication delivery, and accurate and timely documentation in client record. Actively participate in joint case planning and coordination with MCCFL multi-disciplinary teams that may be engaged with the client as well as agency psychiatrists. Meet minimum client service productivity requirements as may be set by the Agency to meet requirements of outside funding and/or reimbursement sources. Utilize agency clinical software system to prepare current client records and reports as necessary and required. Maintain timely and coherent documentation related to client needs and services, adhering to Agency documentation policy. Ensure that all documentation is up-to-date and justifies the case management services provided. Adhere to all clinical and MCCFL program policies and procedures. Remain updated on all applicable rules and Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs). Participate in all team and agency meetings as scheduled. Attend local, regional, and/or state meetings as requested by Supervisor/Manager. Within the scope of the position, perform duties independently in the community and promote a positive image of the agency. Maintain understanding of local behavioral health resources and Mid-Columbia Center for Living's role in that system. Depending upon department, this classification may provide after-hours emergency services on a 24-hour, rotating basis, such as telephone consultation, crisis intervention, and pre-hospital screening examinations if qualifications for this service are met. Such duties may be required as an essential responsibility based upon budget and/or staffing levels in specific departments and/or locations. May provide some administrative support to the team. This may include tasks such as opening and closing case files, greeting visitors and clients, screening telephone calls, etc. Use agency vehicles to travel within the community, provide transportation for clients, and drive between business offices in order to complete essential responsibilities and attend required meetings and/or trainings. Regular and reliable attendance; professional communication with all contacts; maintain confidentiality. Additional Essential Responsibilities for the Case Manager II: Conduct behavioral health screenings and/or mental health assessments for clients. Determine and document client diagnoses. Assess the client's family, social, and work relationships and provide supportive services where appropriate. Create and oversee an individual plan of care. Position-Specific Essential Responsibilities of Case Manager I or II in the Jail Diversion Program (This position may include any of the aforementioned general responsibilities plus the following): Provide case management supports (including symptom monitoring, skills training, needs assessments) to Jail Diversion clients. Provide and collaborate management services in a small team setting. Actively participate in joint case planning and coordination with agency multi-disciplinary team and agency clinicians. Provide Community Restoration duties including Legal Skills Training/case management to .370 order Aid & Assist defendants to promote adjudication. Participate in Mental Health Court proceedings; join community partners to case plan and support justice system involved clients. Actively participate in meetings to collaborate with community partners including jail, community corrections and housing systems; services are provided in a variety of community settings, with consideration to client preference. Must be able to meet the unique physical demands required of this role, including, but not limited to a high level of physical mobility and exertion and regular exposure to adverse environmental conditions. What we'll do: We recognize your value and will strive to keep you engaged and appreciated. The selected candidate will receive: Competitive salary, dependent on experience. 95% employer-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees only. Low deductible plans for family coverage through PEBB PERS Retirement Contribution 11 Holidays, including 1 floating holiday 10 vacation days a year for non-exempt employees 12 sick days a year Education reimbursement and loan forgiveness- HRSA! The hiring process: Application review Questionnaire (if additional information is needed) Panel Interview Possible second-round panel interview Conditional Offer
DMV Record Review, if the position requires driving 10 Panel Drug Screen (Although recreational marijuana use is legal in the state of Oregon, you will not be considered for this position if you're unable to pass a pre-employment drug screening due to federal regulations.) Criminal History check through Orchards BCU Reference check Licensure Primary Source Verification
MCCFL provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation in the recruitment or selection process, please contact human resources at 541-288-4359 or email hr@mccfl.org.