ACT Case Manager Generalist

Assertive Community Treatment Case Manager Generalist needed for the ACT team to work with a team of professionals in assisting individuals diagnosed with a serious mental illness to remain successful in the community. This position provides assessment, linkage, counseling, and advocacy services to seriously mentally ill adults, at a level of intensity necessary to promote individual empowerment and reduce the need for inpatient treatment. The generalist engages in pre-discharge planning at state psychiatric facilities and provides support services to care givers. The Generalist will complete required documentation as prescribed by licensure, Medicaid, managed care groups or other third-party payers with regards to clinical services and medical records keeping, as well as in accordance with BHSD requirements. The generalist assists individuals with weekly medication bag / box fills and delivers medications to the homes of individuals per morning / evening medication runs on a rotating basis. Qualifications of QMHP preferred. A minimum of one year experience working with adults diagnosed with severe mental illness required. Evening, weekend and holiday hours required. Salary is commensurate with education and experience as it relates to the position.

Must be willing to consent to background checks, including checks for barrier crimes, and drug screening as part of the application process.