Case manager - mental health

Under the direction of a case management coordinator, assesses clients’ case management needs and goals, treatment plans with client to address needs and goal, refers and links clients to community services and resources reflective of plan, and monitors service delivery and evaluates effectiveness of resource/service provisions.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please Note: UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.

ADVANTAGES OF WORKING FOR UNLV HEALTH

• Clinic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM (Actual hours may vary depending on business need)
• 12 Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment
• 20+ PTO days per year (Depending on Position)
• 3% 401 K Contribution, even if you do not contribute
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engages clients to assess needs and strengths, gathers data using intake packet, and obtains release in order to obtain records and other information relevant to continuity of client care.
• Develops individualized and client centered treatment plan by reviewing assessment and client’s level of functioning.
• Assists clients in developing measurable goals and objectives.
• Assists the client in developing a plan to achieve and implement the objectives.
• Reviews the treatment plan with clients at maximum of 3-month intervals.
• Updates and changes to plan upon completion of objectives, changes in needs or goals, or lack of progress toward objectives.
• Monitors service delivery and adherence to the treatment plan by providers and clients.
• Documents implementation of plans using appropriate services, location and time interval codes. Under supervision, records Case Management activities in a manner required by the agency for both clinical and billing purposes.
• Maintains electronic case file in a manner prescribed by the agency.
• Maintain productivity standards as specified by the department.
• Obtains medical, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric treatment when needed; accompanies clients when necessary.
• Maintains benefits and entitlements and coordinates transportation when necessary.
• Provides client advocacy in navigating access to needed services and in community settings.
• Responds to message communications from clients and community members in a timely manner.
• Timely handling of client mail, applications, re-certifications and redeterminations, and reports.
• Completes any duties and special assignments as requested.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in a health related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Licensed as a social worker (any level), RN, or counselor preferred. License must be maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four (4) years relevant professional experience
• Maintains auto insurance as acceptable by minimum standards; in addition, names Mojave as an additional insured/interested party and maintains “business use” on policy during the course of employment.
• Automobile in good working condition, in order to transport clients if needed
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• In accordance with the conditional offer of employment, individuals must pass a drug screen and background investigation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods
• May include performing repetitive tasks
• May include working on a special schedule (i.e. evenings and weekends with clients)
• May include working with challenging patients and clients

UNLV Health will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

If you have any questions about our interview and hiring procedures, please contact Recruitment at med.hr.recruitment@medicine.unlv.edu.