Case Manager Clinician - Children's Residential Services
Company: Hope Network Behavioral Health
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
The Case Manager/Clinician is a key associate at Hope Network
whose primary responsibilities include: Coordinate all services
necessary to maximize child's success in treatment and growth in
program. In residential settings, this position provides clinical
and program consultation to direct care staff. Trauma informed
approach is necessary. Ensure case management compliance with
agency standards and the practice model.
This is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of job functions.
This job description is in no way states or implies that these are
the only duties to be performed by this employee.
The employee is required to follow any other instructions and to
perform any other duties as assigned.
1. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential requirement
of this position.
Clinical Responsibilities:
1. Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments.
2. Perform individual and group therapy that is suited to the needs
of each child. A minimum of 0.5hrs of individual therapy and 2hrs
of group therapy are required.
3. Meet with all kids on case management case load at least weekly.
A minimum of 0.5hrs of case management contact is required.
4. Coordinate and ensure child involvement in the Person-Centered
Planning Process (PCP) for assigned consumers. Assure
responsibility for the development & implementation of each
assigned child's Individual Plan of Service.
5. Link children to necessary ancillary services.
6. Act as an advocate and/or a liaison coordinating services among
providers of service and referral source.
7. Maintain children's records - meeting all appropriate standards
according to HNBHS and all regulatory bodies.
8. Participate in legal proceedings including petitioning and
testifying in clinical emergencies.
9. Facilitate the coordination of children's intakes, discharges,
and transfers to and from other facilities programs, agencies.
10. Ensure that children are transported to appointments,
accompanying them when medically necessary. Obtain relevant
medical/treatment information from appointments.
11. Link and coordinate follow-up of professional
recommendations.
12. Facilitate communication with guardians, payees, and family
members with regard to children's care, financial and treatment
issues.
13. Meet with assigned children face-to-face as medically necessary
in their Individual Plan of Service.
14. Provide after hours on-call services as designated by
HNBHS.
15. Facilitate hospitalizations as needed and monitor progress by
attending hospital medical/team meetings and coordinating with
hospital social worker.
16. Provides consultation to direct care staff regarding clinical
and program issue, where applicable.
17. Participate in children's program reviews and team meetings,
where applicable.
18. Provide coverage for case-managers on PTO as needed.
Administrative Responsibilities:
1. Participate in committees, task forces, and other related
meetings and activities as assigned by supervisor.
2. Practice according to licensing and accreditation for assigned
program(s).
3. Attend agency meetings: clinical, administration and
management.
4. Network with relevant agencies and providers as needed.
5. Follow general safety practices. Report any unsafe conditions to
the manager of that location.
6. Complete and submit Service Activity Logs (SAL's) in accordance
with agency policy/protocols.
7. Coordinate benefits and verify benefit status monthly.
8. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Educational / Talent Requirements:
1. Minimum Education required: Master Social Work Degree, Master
Counseling Degree, or Master Psychology degree and eligible for
licensure.
2. Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record according
to Hope Network insurance carrier definitions.
3. Must complete a Central Registry Clearance form for the State of
Michigan and any state in which residence and/or employment was
previously established. Michigan Central Registry Clearance must be
completed on an annual basis.
4. History of working with children with intensive therapeutic and
behavioral needs is highly preferred.
5. A comprehensive knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care and Gentle
Teaching foundational principles and experience implementing and
working within these frameworks is preferred.
6. Experience, comfort, and proven effectiveness leading trainings
and treatment-based discussions amongst a variety of staff,
including clinical, administrative, and direct care, is
preferred.
7. Experience and knowledge working within the Michigan Children's
Foster Care system as well as the Michigan Department of Health and
Human Services is preferred.
Work Experience Requirements:
1. Prior case management experience in a mental health or
rehabilitation setting preferred.
2. Two years working with children in the foster care, mental
health, or residential care, preferred.
3. Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written
formats, to meet position requirements.
4. Ability to articulate and actively support the Hope Network
mission to various audiences.
5. Ability to work autonomously and as a team.
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