PATH (Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) Case Manager

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Position Purpose: 

The PATH (Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) Case Manager works with homeless clients in the PATH program to obtain housing and benefits. The case manager is responsible for completing comprehensive assessments, developing an individual service plan, and monitoring progress. The case manager provides weekly case management in the community to assist clients with obtaining and maintaining housing and benefits and improving self-determination through illness management. The case manager coordinates care with community agencies and homeless providers along with teams that provide mental health services, attends weekly client staffing, monthly meetings with the program managers, and monitors and reports on performance indicators and grant deliverables.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in health related field, two years experience in mental health preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation 

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated education, training or experience in mental health services and/or co-occurring disorders
• Adequate written and computer skills to accurately complete required documentation within the time frames prescribed
• Excellent organizational and computer skills
• Self-Starter with ability to work independently, with a team, and in the community 
• Skilled in conducting individual, family and group counseling, case management
• Ability to provide education and support to clients, families, staff or community resources
• Have open and effective line of communication with the team
• Perform or learn to perform de-escalation techniques.
• Work effectively and professionally with community agencies.
• Be comfortable working independently in the community and within a client's home.
• Establish a healthy work-life balance.
• Forget any preconceived notions of what mental illness looks like. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide mental health rehabilitation services and supports to adults and families to decrease hospitalizations and crisis episodes and to increase community functioning in order for the client to achieve rehabilitative, resiliency and recovery goals.
• Provide continuity of program services in an ethical, legal, and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Participate as a team member in the delivery of mental health services to clients and their families and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations.
• Provide case management services, crisis intervention, skills training, outreach, and group services.
• Completes documentation within the required time frame
• Attends meetings
• Ensures quality improvement
• Completes other duties that are necessary in order to meet the needs of the seriously mentally ill and homeless population

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Based on education, experience and credentials

Schedule: 8 hour shifts

• Shift: Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00pm

Work Location: Rosecrance Ware Center – Rockford, IL

Benefits: Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary based on education, experience, and credentials
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs
• 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
• Group Life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance and licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
• Wellness plan and certain facilities offering an on-site gym

About Us

Rosecrance is a leading non-profit provider of comprehensive behavioral health services in the United States. With over 100 years of experience, Rosecrance is dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges. We operate a network of treatment centers and outpatient programs, offering evidence-based therapies and compassionate care to promote lasting recovery.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by substance abuse and mental health disorders, we invite you to join our team at Rosecrance. Note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be