The behavioral health crisis case manager works primarily in the Emergency Department as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide crisis evaluation, service linkage, and meet post-discharge needs of patients.
Collaborates with the medical and psychiatric teams to provide optimal patient care. Coordinates care management with agencies such as Adult Protective Services, DCFS, SASS, psychiatric units for admissions, and insurance companies as needed.
Required Education, Skills and / or Experience :
- Master’s Degree or higher in a behavioral health field
- A high level of communication skills is required in order interact effectively with others in very difficult situations
- Knowledge of DSM5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) diagnostic criteria, ICD10 and interqual / MCG standards
- A minimum of two years of previous assessment experience
Preferred Education, Skills and / or Experience :
- Minimum of two years of experience in crisis / emergency services, behavioral health setting
- Knowledge of patient rights and law pertaining to mental health
Required License and / or Certification :
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Profession Counselor (LPC),Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) licensure
- Current State of Illinois driver’s license required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an alternate location.
If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.
- CPI certification is required within 90 days of start date into position.
- Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross within 90 days of start date into position.
Benefits offered by Edward-Elmhurst Health include :
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Medical, dental, and vision
- 401K
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Fitness center membership
- Plus many other Employee Perks