Case Manager

About Us

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient care. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day!

The Case Manager is responsible for the delivery of case management services to all assigned clients and works in collaboration with the care team to provide ongoing care coordination and treatment planning. The Case Manager will work collaboratively with clients and their families to develop a medically necessary treatment plan, utilizing the concept of the Golden Thread, DLA-20 assessment, and Motivational Interviewing to help guide treatment planning efforts.

• Meet with new clients and their families to explain the model of care and provide a brief introduction to the services available at VCC.
• Conduct the DLA-20 Assessment to determine case management goals and collaborate with clients and their families to create and maintain a medically necessary treatment plan in accordance with VCC procedures.
• Provide case management and care coordination services as indicated by the treatment plan and support the identified level of care and need for the client.
• Support clients in developing skills to improve functioning in activities of daily living (personal hygiene and grooming, nutrition, grocery shopping, budgeting, maintaining stable housing, etc.).
• Achieve 60% productivity (24 hours) billable services per full FTE.
• Assist in identifying and linking clients to appropriate community-based services and support (primary care, mental health and/or substance abuse treatment, housing, financial benefits, etc.).
• Facilitate/co-facilitate educational and/or skill building group treatment services to support clients in learning skills to manage chronic health conditions or improve functioning in daily living activities.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.

• Education:
  
  BA Degree in Behavioral Sciences and one year post full-time equivalent clinical experience.
• Experience:
  
  Crisis response, verbal de-escalation;
  Treatment planning;
  Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse client population with a strengths-based approach.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  
  Understanding of Medicaid and Medicare benefit packages;
  Ability to effectively utilize multiple platforms.

• Ability to obtain Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration upon hire.
• Ability to work independently.
• Current Driver’s License and Automotive Insurance:
  If transporting clients in personal vehicle.
• Pass required background checks.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
• 21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays
• $450/year for training/professional development
• Free Supervision Hours towards Washington State Licensure
• Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A positive and collaborative work environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees/clients.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume (cover letter optional) detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role. Join us at Valley Cities and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day.

We look forward to welcoming you on board!

For a Case Manager at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, the position is dynamic, providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.

We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment and embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer…