Case Manager Mental Health Professional BH -Bilingual, Aurora, IL

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Plum 630 - Aurora, IL, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: Bachelors Degree, Salary Range: $25.50 - $25.50Hourly, Job Category: Health Care, The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose.  We are looking for a Case Manager Mental Health Professional - Bilingual who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

What you will be doing?

The Case Manager MHP is responsible for developing and implementing individual treatment plans to maximize the clients’ independent community living skills.   
The Case Manager MHP must complete documentation of mental health services provided in accordance with state and agency standards as applicable.   
The Case Manager MHP is expected to work with a team of behavioral health service providers within the agency to ensure a positive client-centered approach.  
Work scheduled hours and be flexible to meet client and program needs 
Responsible to provide independent program coverage when scheduled.   
Provide effective services for clients’ individual needs and provide direct implementation of treatment goals for assigned caseload
Meet with all assigned clients on regular basis depending on program and client needs; turn in daily activity logs
Assure the coordination of services in the community to meet client needs (i.e. Financial, legal, advocacy, medical, etc.)
Assist clients with activities of daily living, including apartment maintenance, safety of living arrangement, and provide client training consistent with the IM+CANS
Facilitate communications and coordination of services with other AID staff and professionals in the community involved in client care
Assist clients in paying bills, budgeting and banking per program procedure
Oversight or management of client funds when necessary (dual signature accounts, AID rep. Payees)
Obtain and maintain client benefits (Social Security, Medicaid, Link Card, Etc.)
Complete authorizations, reauthorizations and spend-down paperwork in a timely fashion
Complete and sign all MRO documentation of services provided within 48 hours using Cx360
Meet or exceed monthly minimum number of service hours productivity standard.
Develop, review, and revise the IM+CANS and complete corrections within the timeframe allotted
Complete all required case management documentation and client paperwork (assessments, IM+CANS, consents, agency paperwork) on a timely basis
Maintained and update client records in Cx360 per agency procedures including scanning necessary paperwork into Cx360 per procedure.
Provide guidance to MHP and RSA staff regarding implementation of IM+CANS goals/objectives.
Maintain professionalism and good boundaries when working with clients, coworkers, and outside agencies.
Assure compliance with all agency, state and federal regulations while providing services and completing assignments.  Review and follow updated policies and procedures.
Obtain Input from clients, families, guardians and other staff on how to improve residential services.
Acquire and maintain required certification and mandated trainings as well as any other trainings assigned by Manager
Complete and submit QI corrections within time frame allotted
Attend monthly team meetings and clinical supervisions and be a positive contributor.
Recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action.  Contact Manager and Director per procedure.  Complete necessary paperwork correctly (incident reports, petitions, encounters/non-billable notes).  

 What will we provide Full Time employees. Benefits_Summary.pdf

21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays 
Paid training
Tuition reimbursement 
Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Critical Illness and accident insurance
401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year.

Qualifications: What will you bring to the table?

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field required  

Experience:  Some experience working in social services required. Bilingual experience: required 

Physical:  

Navigation of stairs 
No lifting restrictions. 
Ability to provide services in clients’ homes. 

Equipment: 

Computer including Microsoft Windows applications 
Copy Machine 
Telephone with voice mail system 
Basic household appliances 

Additional Requirements: 

The use of personal automobile, a valid driver’s license, and the minimum amount of liability insurance as defined by AID’s Personnel Policy 
Drive self and clients in agency or personal vehicle.  
Must acquire and maintain certifications in First Aid, CPR, Non-violent crisis intervention training, CEU’s and other relevant trainings 
Evening hours may be required 
Must be able to drive a passenger vehicle  
Must maintain IM+CANS certification  

If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.