Behavioral Health Case Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS: To provide case management to individuals in need of

mental health/alcohol and drug coordination services. Duties include

assessment, case management and service coordination to children and

adults in the Behavioral Health and Community Programs Section. Portions

of the duties associated with this position may be conducted remotely as

allowed by the county telecommuting policy and authorized by the

Department Head. The employee must have the ability to work efficiently

remotely if required Examples of Duties Coordinates supports necessary

to maintain consumers in a community setting including psychiatric and

mental health services, symptom and medication monitoring,

employment/education, housing, self-care, medical, financial, social,

and recreational. Processes requests for county funded substance use

disorder and/or mental health services; authorizes (or denies) services;

develops contracts; and monitors funding in conjunction with BHP

manager. Completes Program Participation System (PPS) and billing

paperwork as necessary. Determines the range of services needed by

individuals and families through interviews, home visits, collateral

contacts, etc. Applies, monitors, and completes required reporting on

substance use prevention grant and/or other funding sources as assigned.

Facilitates the court process for mental health and alcohol/drug

emergency detentions, attends court hearings, facilitates the

preparation of court-related documents, and provides testimony as

needed. Prepares individuals and families for court hearings by

explaining the process and involving them in the preparation of

treatment recommendations. Monitors compliance with court-ordered

settlements and commitments. Assures continuity and appropriateness of

services through communication and collaboration with individuals and

organizations such as attorneys, court, corrections, law enforcement,

schools, medical, tribal, and other community resources. Assists

families with the process of filing three-party petitions. Provides

intake, assessment, case management, and crisis intervention services to

court-ordered and voluntary cases related to mental health and

alcohol/drug services. Teams with other county staff (e.g., Juvenile

Justice, Child Welfare, Child Protective Services, Veterans, Adult

Protective Services, Comprehensive Community Service, Community Support

Program, etc.) to address behavioral health issues. Coordinates services

with other agencies/disciplines/community members such as law

enforcement, attorneys, mental health and alcohol/drug treatment

providers, schools, nursing homes, etc. and educates all parties on the

emergency detention process. Arranges evaluation services to assist with

assessment and case-planning decisions. Locates appropriate treatment

facilities that match an individual\'s needs, identifies transportation

resources and coordinates transportation as needed. Identifies

alternative funding sources and makes referrals as necessary (e.g.,

Health Insurance, Medical Assistance, Medicare, etc.) Completes

case-related documents including case notes, correspondence, and general

documentation. Provide primary back-up to the Behavioral Health Social

Worker/Case Manager. Provides evening and weekend on-call services for

Juvenile Court Intake including assessment, crisis intervention, custody

decisions and referrals on a rotation basis with Family Services staff.

Performs Family Services Access duties on a rotation basis. Participates

in section and department meetings, work-related committees, and

trainings. Provides informational presentations to other staff,

professionals, and community groups related to department programs and

policies, substance use disorders, prevention, etc. Provides CCS service

array supports as coordinated with CCS service facilitator as part of

Behavioral Health and Community programs team. Participates in

supervision/consultation. Perfo ms other duties as assigned. \*\*\*\*\*

OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: A. Minimum of a four-year degree

from an accredited college in social work, sociology, psychology,

criminal justice or another approved human services program B. Minimum

one year of experience providing case management or working with

individuals with mental health and/or substance abuse issues C.

Experience in computer use and keyboarding (40wpm) including Microsoft

software including word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, etc. D. Valid

Wisconsin driver\'s license and reliable transportation. Physical

Demands Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while

performing duties. Ability to drive. Light lifting. Ability to work out

in the field. Requires physical demands such as seeing, hearing, and

color perception to make judgments both in the office and out in the

field. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/Jobs Other: Complete job description and

benefit package available at www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/Jobs or by

contacting 715-373-6181, humanresources@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov. 117 E 5th

Street, Washburn, WI 54891. EEO