Mental Health Case Manager

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

The Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) is looking for a Mental Health Case Manager to provide mobile mental health crisis and short-term case management services during business hours Monday through Friday.  MCOT is dedicated to resolving acute and chronic emergency situations by providing brief and intensive services with the goal of reducing the need for hospitalization, diverting from justice system contact, connecting to community services both mental health and otherwise, and meeting basic needs. Johnson County Mental Health provides hope and promotes recovery through the Strengths Perspective. We treat all people with dignity and respect. Our approach to work starts with people’s strengths. We believe everyone has a story, has value, and that people strive for success. It is important for the qualified candidate to possess a strong ability to reflect these values and comprehensively understand each characteristic within the nature of mental health crisis work. 

First review of applications will begin on August 20th. Posting will remain open until filled. 

Job Description

Additional duties include:

• Engaging individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis, building rapport, assessing motivation, and encouraging participation in services.• Carrying a crisis case management caseload; connecting individuals who have multi-faceted needs to ongoing supports and services.• Assessing individuals’ circumstances to identify their needs and determine eligibility for services across a range of areas, including mental health, medical conditions, aging-related needs, intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and basic needs such as food and housing.• Responding quickly in crisis moments to various community locations to provide assessment, intervention, referral, and/or connection to higher level of care as needed.• Working with other Johnson County Mental Health Center (JCMHC) Emergency Services teams and law enforcement to coordinate care for individuals in crisis.• Coordinating with other community agencies to connect clients to needed resources and services.• Completing and submitting timely documentation regarding services provided. • Respecting and maintaining confidentiality as defined under HIPAA and agency guidelines.

Staff are expected to use organization-approved ambient listening technology to support timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with applicable policies and client privacy requirements.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field is required.  Requires KS/MO driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. 

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

Preferred Job Requirements:

One year of related work experience is preferred.

Education/Experience Substitutions:

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

In some instances, statutory or regulatory requirements may prohibit substitution of education and/or experience. 

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.

Compensation: 26.19 to 35.43 (USD)