Behavioral Health Case Manager

Overview

PathPoint is seeking a full-time or part-time Case Manager for our Paths to Recovery community-based program in Santa Barbara, CA
. In this role, you'll provide support for a group of clients by assisting them with all aspects of independent living, including the development of social, vocational, and effective symptom management skills. Specific needs include education in the areas of medication management, proper nutrition, cooking, shopping, budgeting, housecleaning and maintenance, and personal hygiene. You'll also assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising treatment goals and plans.

We are looking for someone who has a passion for case management and takes a person-centered approach when working with people with mental health challenges.

• Develop, write, implement, evaluate, and revise treatment goals and plans
• Provide education and support to clients on independent living skills (medication management, nutrition, cooking, shopping, budgeting, housekeeping, and personal hygiene)
• Support clients in developing social and vocational skills and symptom management
• Apply a person-centered approach when working with people with mental health challenges

This is an hourly, non-exempt position with a starting wage of $30.00 per hour
. The pay range for this position is $28.50-$31.50 per hour, and the range is subject to change based on a variety of factors.

• Culture of kindness, compassion, and respect
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day
• Flexible schedule
• Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Paid sick leave
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
• Other perks like a wellness program, employee assistance program, and referral bonuses

* Benefits noted with an asterisk are for full-time employees regularly scheduled for 30+ hours per week.

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Psychology or related field and at least 6 months of related experience; or high school diploma/GED and 5 years of related experience. Related experience includes working in the mental health field, or in clients  homes as a caregiver or Direct Support Professional.
• Experience working with adults experiencing severe and persistent mental illness is preferred.
• Experience working 1:1 with underserved or vulnerable populations is a plus.
• Must have a valid California Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record to be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy and regular use of a vehicle to be driven for work purposes.
• Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.

PathPoint is a nonprofit dedicated to helping people flourish. We partner with children, adults, and families to foster hope, build life skills, access support systems, and form meaningful relationships. We serve communities across Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, and we offer reasonable accommodations to support successful employment to those with disabilities.