Case Manager Mental Health Professional BH -Bilingual, Aurora, IL

The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for a Case Manager Mental Health Professional - Bilingual who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

What you will be doing?

- The Case Manager MHP is responsible for developing and implementing individual treatment plans to maximize the clients independent community living skills.

- The Case Manager MHP must complete documentation of mental health services provided in accordance with state and agency standards as applicable.

- The Case Manager MHP is expected to work with a team of behavioral health service providers within the agency to ensure a positive client-centered approach.

- Work scheduled hours and be flexible to meet client and program needs

- Responsible to provide independent program coverage when scheduled.

- Provide effective services for clients individual needs and provide direct implementation of treatment goals for assigned caseload

- Meet with all assigned clients on regular basis depending on program and client needs; turn in daily activity logs

- Assure the coordination of services in the community to meet client needs (i.e. Financial, legal, advocacy, medical, etc.)

- Assist clients with activities of daily living, including apartment maintenance, safety of living arrangement, and provide client training consistent with the IM+CANS

- Facilitate communications and coordination of services with other AID staff and professionals in the community involved in client care

- Assist clients in paying bills, budgeting and banking per program procedure

- Oversight or management of client funds when necessary (dual signature accounts, AID rep. Payees)

- Obtain and maintain client benefits (Social Security, Medicaid, Link Card, Etc.)

- Complete authorizations, reauthorizations and spend-down paperwork in a timely fashion

- Complete and sign all MRO documentation of services provided within 48 hours using Cx360

- Meet or exceed monthly minimum number of service hours productivity standard.

- Develop, review, and revise the IM+CANS and complete corrections within the timeframe allotted

- Complete all required case management documentation and client paperwork (assessments, IM+CANS, consents, agency paperwork) on a timely basis

- Maintained and update client records in Cx360 per agency procedures including scanning necessary paperwork into Cx360 per procedure.

- Provide guidance to MHP and RSA staff regarding implementation of IM+CANS goals/objectives.

- Maintain professionalism and good boundaries when working with clients, coworkers, and outside agencies.

- Assure compliance with all agency, state and federal regulations while providing services and completing assignments. Review and follow updated policies and procedures.

- Obtain Input from clients, families, guardians and other staff on how to improve residential services.

- Acquire and maintain required certification and mandated trainings as well as any other trainings assigned by Manager

- Complete and submit QI corrections within time frame allotted

- Attend monthly team meetings and clinical supervisions and be a positive contributor.

- Recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action. Contact Manager and Director per procedure. Complete necessary paperwork correctly (incident reports, petitions, encounters/non-billable notes).

What will we provide Full Time employees. Benefits_Summary.pdf

- 21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays

- Paid training

- Tuition reimbursement

- Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Critical Illness and accident insurance

- 401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year.

Qualifications

What will you bring to the table?

Education: Bachelors degree in human services or related field required

Experience: Some experience working in social services required. Bilingual experience: required

Physical:

- Navigation of stairs

- No lifting restrictions.

- Ability to provide services in clients homes.

Equipment:

- Computer including Microsoft Windows applications

- Copy Machine

- Telephone with voice mail system

- Basic household appliances

Additional Requirements:

- The use of personal automobile, a valid drivers license, and the minimum amount of liability insurance as defined by AIDs Personnel Policy

- Drive self and clients in agency or personal vehicle.

- Must acquire and maintain certifications in First Aid, CPR, Non-violent crisis intervention training, CEUs and other relevant trainings

- Evening hours may be required

- Must be able to drive a passenger vehicle

- Must maintain IM+CANS certification

If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.