Case Manager-Copes Team

$55K annual salary, plus Program Premium for Bachelor's level Case Managers plus Shift Differentials!

Bilingual Case Manager candidates are eligible for an additional annual bilingual premium $2,000

Sign On Bonus! $1,000

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This full time Case Manager on COPES Team will provide a range of accessible crisis services which divert individuals experiencing behavioral health crisis from inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, jail and emergency rooms. Case managers perform telephone triage, assessment and stabilization, mobile crisis, clinic based triage and 23-hour observation care in a safe, supportive recovery environment.

Requirements

• 6+ months of experience working with SMI clients required*

• Bachelor's Degree in the social sciences field is preferred.

• Consideration may also be given for degrees in Criminal Justice or Education. Case Management Certification level II or obtain by taking the first available Case Management level II Certification course provided by ODMHSAS after hire.

• Must have a strong commitment to the right and ability of each person served to live in normal community residences; and have access to helpful, adequate, competent, and continuous supports and services.

• Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with mental illnesses and/or substance abuse issues and respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. [mileage reimbursement provided*]

CCBHC Model of Care

Family & Children's Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.

Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:

• Increased access to care and crisis services

• Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services.

• Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients

• Greater access to Social Services for clients' economic and social needs

• Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.