Mental health case manager Jobs in New Orleans, LA

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Mental Health Counselor / Therapist to join our team! You will provide recovery-oriented rehabilitation services in a clinical-based setting. Therapist will utilize the application of psychological and social work theory, knowledge, ethics, and methods to restore or enhance, the social, psychosocial or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations and communities. Applies specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of prevention, assessment, and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral, and addictive disorders; engages in multi-disciplinary treatment planning and clinical social work duties and coordinates and implements complex discharge plans through the use of agency services. In-house supervision is provided for provisionally licensed counselors and social workers.

Responsibilities :

• Establish open lines of communication for individuals with mental or emotional issues.
• Provide prevention-oriented therapy
• Implement and review treatment plans
• Collaborate with additional treatment providers and placement agencies
• Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner
• Interviews and assesses clients and assists throughout the treatment / care process.
• Identifies and provides helpful resources to clients.
• Superior interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively and courteously with clients, families, multi-disciplinary team members, departmental peers and community agency personnel.
• Be able to build and maintain a weekly caseload of at least 10 weekly sessions.
• Manage client caseload, records, documents and complete clinical paperwork in a timely manner, network within the community, and attend staff meetings and supervisions as necessary.
• Regularly schedules sessions and provides invoicing and follow-ups with clients when appropriate
• Should have a good knowledge of common disease entities and disorders and medical terminology in order to understand acute and ongoing needs of patients and families.
• Advanced knowledge of an acute and chronic care medical setting, medical terminology and the psychosocial and economic effects of illness and / or trauma upon the patient and their support system.
• Knowledge of managed care and public programs such as those funded by Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance plans preferred.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Excellent psychotherapeutic skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule including occasional weekends.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

BACH TCS maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient / employee safety, patient privacy, and / or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Provider Type :

a. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

b. Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

c. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or

d. Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLCP)

e. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Education Requirements / Qualifications :

Required - Master's degree in social work or counseling from a regionally-accredited university. (May include but not limited to Psychological Counseling, Community Mental Health, etc.)

Work Experience Requirements / Qualifications :

None. Preferred - Two years experience in a clinical mental health / counseling field.

Required Mental Health Certification :

Company Description

BACH TCS is progressive, trauma-informed, recovery principled therapeutic practice based in New Orleans, LA. We specialize in trauma-based interventions, couples counseling,

BACH Therapeutic Counseling Services, LLC (BACHTCS) is a private practice counseling agency offering individual, couples, family, and group counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching in a welcoming, comfortable and safe environment. Our clients benefit from an outstanding team of professionals who offer eclectic and dynamic counseling styles that foster a culturally sensitive and non-judgmental therapeutic experience.

BACHTCS operates under the premise that biological, psychological, and environmental factors can make people vulnerable to potential mental or behavioral health conditions and / or issues.​​ Our highly skilled clinicians and coaches are trained to address a variety of emotional and behavioral problems, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, relationships, substance abuse, spirituality, HIV / AIDS, LGBTQAI, domestic violence, divorce, and incarceration. BACHTCS was founded in November 2017 and has remained steady in providing trauma-informed, culturally competent care.

The BACH Group is a social, population, and community capacity-building firm dedicated to providing consultations and services that support behavioral, community, and population health improvements. BACH is driven by a desire to reduce and help eliminate disease burden while increasing self-efficacy, wellness, and the well-being of vulnerable people and populations.

BACH's mission is to improve behavioral and population health efforts by fostering awareness and skill development through interventions, best practices, and policies at the individual, community, or organizational level.​​​

Company Description

BACH TCS is progressive, trauma-informed, recovery principled therapeutic practice based in New Orleans, LA. We specialize in trauma-based interventions, couples counseling, \r\n\r\nBACH Therapeutic Counseling Services, LLC (BACHTCS) is a private practice counseling agency offering individual, couples, family, and group counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching in a welcoming, comfortable and safe environment. Our clients benefit from an outstanding team of professionals who offer eclectic and dynamic counseling styles that foster a culturally sensitive and non-judgmental therapeutic experience.\r\n\r\nBACHTCS operates under the premise that biological, psychological, and environmental factors can make people vulnerable to potential mental or behavioral health conditions and / or issues.​​ Our highly skilled clinicians and coaches are trained to address a variety of emotional and behavioral problems, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, relationships, substance abuse, spirituality, HIV / AIDS, LGBTQAI, domestic violence, divorce, and incarceration. BACHTCS was founded in November 2017 and has remained steady in providing trauma-informed, culturally competent care.\r\n\r\nThe BACH Group is a social, population, and community capacity-building firm dedicated to providing consultations and services that support behavioral, community, and population health improvements. BACH is driven by a desire to reduce and help eliminate disease burden while increasing self-efficacy, wellness, and the well-being of vulnerable people and populations. \r\nBACH's mission is to improve behavioral and population health efforts by fostering awareness and skill development through interventions, best practices, and policies at the individual, community, or organizational level.​​​