Case Manager - Mental Health Services jobs in Chula Vista, CA

Hours: 40 hours per week. Clinic hours are Monday, Thursday, & Friday,9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Tuesday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; and Wednesday, 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Pay Rate: $20.00 to $23.00 per hour

Education:High School/GED diploma required with at least one year of experience working with children and adolescents with severe emotional disturbance in a public mental health setting.Bachelor's degree in a mental health related field, such as Psychology, Social Work or Counseling with child and adolescent experience preferred.

As a Case Manager, you will:

• Promote healthy development and positive outcomes for families through utilizing case management and rehabilitative strategies with a team of dedicated professionals
• Assist clients and families to build upon natural support systems and links individuals to other service agencies. Provides additional supportive services to assist with continuity of treatment, linkage to resources, transition from program to program, and transition from program to community resources
• Connect every client/family to a medical home as well as clinic, school, home, and community-based services
• Serve as an advocate for the client and family
• Create and maintain all required documents in the electronic and paper record systems

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Experience working with children and adolescents with severe emotional disturbance in a public mental health setting strongly preferred
• Ability to make assessments, design treatment plans and document accordingly
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, specifically Word and Excel
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple concurrent assignments and meet productivity goals
• A valid California driver's license in good standing and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position. In addition, proof of insurance is required prior to driving personal vehicles on company business.
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

Benefits: CRF provides benefits to help you balance your work life and your personal life. For full-time staff (30 hours or more), we offer...

• 19 days of PTO per year
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses for you and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options
• Vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Employee Assistance Plan for you and your family
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Paid training and supervision hours are available
• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• Access to student loan forgiveness programs for graduates.

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

Crossroads Family Center is a children/youth outpatient program which provides services to the East region of San Diego County. We provide a range of services including crisis intervention, individual, family, and group therapy, medication support, rehabilitation, case management and drug and alcohol services while incorporating the family systems and wrap-around approach. We provide mental health services to children and youth with Medi-Cal as well as those who are uninsured and underinsured.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego Countys residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Case Manager