Lifestream Behavioral Center Eustis , FL 32726
Posted 3 weeks ago
LifeStream is a behavioral health and social services organization that provides high-quality treatment, education, care management, rehabilitation, child welfare, primary care and homeless services to children, adolescents, and adults. Located in Central Florida, LifeStream primarily serves the residents of Lake, Citrus and Sumter Counties, with additional programs located in Orange, Marion, Hernando counties.
Children's Community Action Team (CAT) - The program offers parents and caregivers of youth ages 11-21 with serious behavioral health issues a safe and effective alternative to out-of-home placement. The CAT model utilizes a team approach that "wraps around" the family to address their unique challenges with community-based treatment.
JOB SUMMARY: The Case Manager II functions as an advocate and support person to those individuals assigned to their assigned program and links them to appropriate services and monitors the progress or lack of progress by the individual and his or her family. The Case Manager II will work closely with the individual, the individual's family, LifeStream staff, and other community organizations to meet their needs and to allow the individual to live as independently as possible within the community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES: The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification with or without an accommodation. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Advocates in the client's best interest
Conduct a thorough assessment of the consumer (family's) home stability to establish significant changes in the consumer (family's) home environment
Based on this assessment, develop and review the service plan as required to meet consumer needs when there are significant changes in the consumer (family's) situation
Schedule face-to-face contact with consumer (family) served, preferably in their natural living environment as required assigned by program guidelines; review and update service plan and provide encouragement and monitor progress
Involve significant others in the consumer (family's) treatment to augment or create additional supports for the consumer (family)
Convenes/attends staffing as necessary for assessing and coordinating services for consumer (family)
Coordinates the discharge of consumer from the Center's Psychiatric Hospital or other inpatient or residential settings
Assist the consumer (family) when possible to improve the consumer (family's) home environment
Advocates in the consumers (family's) best interest and links to needed services
Assesses needs and develops a plan to meet the best needs of consumer
Monitors and evaluates service provision and individuals' progress
Perform case management intake and ongoing assessment, including social history
Work with consumer (family) to develop treatment plans with long and short-term goals
If servicing youth, provide transition services for youth nearing 18 years of age to an adult system of care
Assists the consumer (family) to develop connections to natural supports within their own network of associates, including friends and neighbors, community organizations, including service and religious organizations and through participation in clubs, organizations, and other civic activities
Arranges for procurement of incidental expenses of any additional temporary supports that may be necessary to move the family towards greater independence, stability and achieve resiliency goals as documented in their Plan of Care
Assists in coordination of any adjunctive services that are out of the scope of practice and therefore not provided by Staff
Assists with transporting consumer (family) to medical appointments, court hearings, or other related activities outlined in the Plan of Care
Communicate and liaison with the individual, family and service providers
Must complete required Center, Agency (DCF), funding, legal, statistical and fiscal documentation in an accurate and timely manner
Must be able to document accurately and remain current with all documentation
Must be able to attend team meetings as scheduled on a regular basis
Must be able and willing, to work flexible hours
If servicing youth, must be able to assist with short term supervision of a consumer away from the family to offer temporary relief as a planned event or to improve family stability in a time of crisis for a maximum of four hours per day
If servicing you, must be able to assist with the provision of tutoring and remedial academic instruction to enhance educational performance
Maintain consumer files including all agreements, release forms, service plan and up to date progress notes at required by program guidelines
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Assist with Transportation as necessary
Participate consistently in all in-service training programs
Ability to successfully complete initial and annual Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM) physical restraint training and verbal de-escalation training as required for position requirements
The ability to comply with the regulations requiring a workplace of dignity and respect and equal employment opportunity compliance
The ability to work collaboratively with others and to accept constructive criticism from supervisors and managers
Willingness to abide by the company's published rules and regulations
Any other duties as assigned by Leadership
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Education:
Bachelor's degree with major course work in the human services field required
Experience:
Minimum of Three (3) year of prior experience working with children or adults with serious emotional disturbances required
Driving Requirements: (add this section of a required driving position)
Must be Over the age of 21 required
Minimum of 5-years driving experience required
Possess a Valid FL Driver's license (within 30 days of hire if currently do not possess)
Possess a continuously valid US Driver's license for the past three years, from date of issue required
Safe Driving record required
LifeStream Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
Short Term Disability
Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
403(b)
PTO (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Free Telehealth Services for Employees and Family
Quick Apply or through LifeStream's Website: https://secure3.entertimeonline.com/ta/6030993.careers?CareersSearch
LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Lifestream Behavioral Center