Case manager Jobs in Lakeland, FL

Position DescriptionEmployees in this position perform a wide variety of duties related to the care, treatment, and rehabilitation of clients. These employees are aware of available community resources, confidentiality, twelve-step recovery concepts, substance abuse rules and regulations, clinical record documentation requirements person served rights and function as a member of a treatment team.Position ExpectationIn keeping with the mission and core values of Tri-County Human Services, all persons served, stakeholders, and fellow employees will be treated with dignity, respect, and shown sensitivity to their cultural diversity.Primary Duties and Responsibilities Interviews and orients clients and collect information necessary to complete the intake process, not including treatment recommendations. Under the supervision of the supervisor (Clinical, Program, Nursing, Program Coordinator, and / or Similar), the employee records individual case information, updates case files, and provides case status information to provide a complete record of services. Confers with supervisor and other team members at staff meetings, providing and / or receiving information as necessary to assure proper case management. Collects, maintains, and documents data related to specific reporting requirements of rules and regulations, grants, special client programs, and intra-agency referrals, as assigned by the supervisor (Clinical, Program, Nursing, Program Coordinator, or similar). Provides specific community liaison services as assigned by supervisor. Provides case management functions to individuals being served in department. Coordinates support staff functions as assigned by department supervisor. Completes reports, correspondences, and other documents as requested by clinical and supervisory staff. Performs other reasonable and related duties as assigned.Minimum Training and Experience Requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. and, preferably, five years of experience in a mental health or addictions treatment setting. Requires knowledge of addictions treatment and / or mental health treatment program and supportive services. Requires general understanding of the causes, nature, and treatment of substance abuse and / or mental health programs.