Mental Health Case Manager

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Are you passionate about mental health and making a difference in the lives of those in need? The Ada County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Case Manager to work with qualifying inmates at the Ada County Jail. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of mental health clinicians, develop discharge plans, and help connect individuals with critical community‑based mental health services upon release from custody.

Your work will directly support inmates in their transition to healthier, more stable lives.

If you have questions about this role specifically, please email Administrative & Case Management Supervisor, Amberine Mowjee (amowjee@adacounty.).

Generally Monday – Friday, day shift hours

• Collaborate with a team of mental health clinicians in a supporting role to provide case management and treatment coordination for inmates with mental health needs.
• Assist in the development of discharge plans to ensure inmates have access to appropriate community‑based mental health services upon release.
• Participate as an active member of a multi‑disciplinary team, addressing the complex needs of inmates with mental health and medical concerns.
• Support the coordination of chronic care services for inmates, ensuring ongoing mental health support.
• Address concerns from inmates and stakeholders, ensuring a supportive and effective system for mental health care.
• Monitor inmates with state commitments and police holds, ensuring proper documentation and coordination of their care and release.
• Perform other duties related to mental health case management as assigned to include reporting statistics/scanning patient paperwork and to work together as a cohesive unit with other members of the Administrative and Case Management team.

• A bachelor’s degree in psychology, social science, criminal justice, sociology, or a related field and/or a mix of relevant education and experience.
• Knowledge of community‑based mental health services and local community resources is a plus.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health needs in a correctional or similar environment.

• Ability to maintain appropriate ethical boundaries while working with inmates.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills to work with clinicians and other service providers.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently.
• A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to directly impact the mental health and well‑being of individuals in need. You’ll work alongside a committed team, collaborating with experts in the field while helping to provide much‑needed support for inmates transitioning to community‑based care. If you’re passionate about mental health and ready for a rewarding challenge, we’d love to hear from you!