Targeted Case Manager (CSS)

The Guidance Center (TGC) is the Community Mental Health Center and Certified Behavioral Health Clinic serving Leavenworth, Atchison, and Jefferson counties in Kansas. We provide high-quality care to all individuals, regardless of their financial circumstances. Joining the team at TGC offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact on the most vulnerable members of our community. At our center, we offer a unique combination of counseling, case management, psychosocial, and medication services, all under one roof. We are deeply committed to our clients and are dedicated to implementing a comprehensive model of care.

The Guidance Center (TGC) is currently seeking a Targeted Case Manager for the Community Support Services Team. This individual provides Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST) and Targeted Case Management (TCM) services to SPMI and SMI adults, following the strengths model of case management. Flexible hours are required, dictated by client, family, and program needs. Some evening hours are needed each week

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Under the supervision of a QMHP, the TCM will facilitate the treatment plan process by inviting all involved participants, to include client to develop or update a plan which addresses identifies needs, defines goals and objectives, and action steps which support community living and participation.

1. Enter treatment plan details into electronic records and other documents in a timely manner.

1. Monitor treatment plans to ensure the plan is current, ensure that updates are accomplished before the plan expires, and enlist assistance of supervisor if problems are encountered.

1. Assist in onboarding and care coordination for the Service Members Veterans and Families care team, as needed

1. Provide face-to-face, phone and written communication with caregivers, other service agencies, housing resources, and medical services to assist with meeting client/family needs.

1. Provide assertive outreach directed toward engaging and maintaining client relationships as well as relationships with caregivers

1. Assure that client information is communicated to key staff prior to and after appointments

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree required or be equivalently qualified by work experience or a combination of education and work experience in the human services field with one year of experience substituting for one year of education.

BENEFITS:

• Hourly rate of $21.63 to $24.04, depending upon skills and experience
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays - 11 per year
• Legal and ID Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• KPERS Retirement
• Aflac and Legal Shield Voluntary Insurance Policies
• TGC is a qualifying employer of Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)