Adult Forensic Case Manager (Mental Health Case Manager)

Position Title

Job Title

Adult Forensic Case Manager (Mental Health Case Manager)

Organizational Unit

Johnson County KS -> Mental Health -> MNH-Adult Services

Location

Mental Health – Olathe – Olathe, KS 66061 US (Primary)

Position Grade

15.15 Non-Exempt

Pay Range (actual pay depends on qualifications)

$24.00 – $32.48

Employment Category

Fulltime-Regular (40 hrs, Full Benefits)

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM with occasional evening hours

Job Description

Johnson County Mental Health is looking for qualified candidates to fill a Case Manager position on the Adult Services Forensics Team to work with adults who experience severe mental illness. The Case Manager works as part of a strengths-based case management team, providing community-based services to Johnson county residents. Some evening availability is required and the schedule will vary based on the needs of the clients served. This posting will remain open until filled. Other responsibilities include:

Essential 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.

Job Requirements

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

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

Two years of experience providing supported employment services for persons with a severe and persistent mental illness is preferred.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions.

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

Driving Status

Primary (25% or more)