Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) Coordinator jobs in Shawnee, KS

Johnson County Mental Health is hiring a Dual Diagnosis Case Manager to work in their Adult Services Dual Diagnosis Outpatient Program. The Case Manager will work as part of a treatment team to provide services to support individuals that have a substance use and mental health diagnosis. The focus is on recovery, primarily using the Strengths Based Model of practice. This position will remain open until filled. Other duties include:

• Conducts assessments of individuals' background and applicable circumstances to identify needs and/or determine service eligibility; interprets and communicates relevant information to individuals, families, and other stakeholders.
• Develops plans to address the needs of individuals in single or multiple areas of focus; networks with other community agencies to research and coordinate a variety of resources and services to address short term intensive or long term individual needs; encourages the establishment and maintenance of support systems; consults and collaborates with other providers in the development, implementation and review of plans.
• Provides a variety of services for a designated case load of individuals with multi-faceted and/or ongoing needs; ensures services provided are consistent with individual plans; initiates and attends individual and/or group meetings and provides services in a community based setting; provides transportation of individuals according to the needs identified in plans; organizes and facilitates skill development and support groups.
• Completes and submits documentation regarding services provided; evaluates and documents individuals' progress according to measurable goals; reviews quality and effectiveness of services provided.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field and a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Experience may be substituted for degree. Education may be substituted for experience.

One (1) year of work-related experience preferred.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:
All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments/agencies in a declared emergency situation.