Case Manager Mental Health Services for Children, Youth and Family Program

Hours: 40 hours per week. Clinic hours are Monday and Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. One late day required, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Pay Rate: $21.00 to $24.00 per hour

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

We are constantly evolving and developing fresh approaches to meet the needs of San Diego Countys residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges.We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development.You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients andhelp people change their lives for the better!

Program Overview:

Located in Chula Vista, CA, Nueva Vista Family Services is a children/youth outpatient program, which provides services to theSouth Bay region of San Diego County. We provide a range of services including crisis intervention, individual, family, and group therapy, medication support, rehabilitation, case management and drug and alcohol services while incorporating the family systems and wrap-around approach.

We provide mental health services to children and youth with Medi-Cal and Healthy Families Funding as well as those who are uninsured and underinsured.Services are provided in English and several threshold languages, using medical care, education, and family resources as appropriate.

Typical Duties of the Case Manager

• Promotes healthy development and positive outcomes for families through utilizing case management and rehabilitative strategies with a team of dedicated professionals
• Assists clients and families to build upon natural support systems and links individuals to other service agencies. Provides additional supportive services to assist with continuity of treatment, linkage to resources, transition from program to program, and transition from program to community resources
• Connects every client/family to a medical home as well as clinic, school, home, and community-based services
• Serves as an advocate for the client and family
• Creates and maintains all required documents in the electronic and paper record systems

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School/GED diploma required with 3 years of experience working with children and adolescents with severe emotional disturbance in a public mental health setting
• Bachelor's degree with experience in a mental health related field, such as Psychology, Social Work or Counseling is required with child and adolescent experience preferred
• Ability to make assessments, design treatment plans and document accordingly
  
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple concurrent assignments and meet productivity goals
• Bilingual Spanish - ability to read, write and speak fluently is strongly preferred
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office
• A valid California drivers license in good standing, proof of insurance, and personal vehicle are required to fulfill the essential functions of this position.
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

Benefits:CRF provides benefits to help you balance your work life and your personal life. For full-time staff (30 hours or more), we offer...

• 19 days of PTO per year
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Platinum + medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses for you and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options
• Vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Employee Assistance Plan for you and your family
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Paid training and supervision hours are available
• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• We also provide access to student loan repayment/forgiveness programs for graduates.

All new hires are required to show proof of completed vaccination before their first date of work, unless legally exempted.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Case Manager