High Needs Case Manager

**Phoenix Location**

High Needs Case Manager: JFCS is seeking a compassionate professional to work with children receiving behavioral-health services as they progress on the path to a more self-sufficient lifestyle and potential family reunification. The High Needs Case Manager also provides guidance and ongoing support to the families/caregivers of the youth receiving services.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management services to children enrolled in the behavioral-health system.

• Provides weekly contact with assigned clients, which includes home/community visits, attending medication checks, etc.

• Assists youth in navigating discharge from hospitals, in finding intensive services as clinically indicated, and working to decrease behaviors to improve stability in the home & community.

• Coordinates services and collaborates with other involved agencies, such as Department of Child Safety (DCS), Probation/Parole Departments, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), schools, and other providers.

• Coordinates and facilitates Child & Family Team (CFT) Meetings.

• Completes referrals, prior authorizations, and other paperwork required by the health plans to enroll clients in services.

• Collaborates with clinical team to ensure that Integrated Service Plans, CFT Meeting notes, and all required paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.

Qualifications

-Meets one of the following education/experience requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED required and 4 years of Behavioral Health experience.

• A.A. Degree and two years of Behavioral Health experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or human services field.

-Additional qualifications:

• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card without Restriction(s)

• Meet Agency requirements for MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) report

• Reliable transportation

• AZ driver’s license

• AZ auto insurance

About JFCS:

Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s (JFCS) values each and every talented applicant, regardless of religious beliefs, race, age, origin, gender, sexual orientation, or cultural background. JFCS places a high value on inclusion and diversity, whether that applies to our employees or the nearly 40,000 clients receiving our services throughout the Valley.

Benefits of Working with JFCS:

• Incentive Program: Lucrative Performance Bonuses each Quarter, in addition to normal salary.

• Bilingual (Spanish-English) Pay Differential

• Tuition and professional development reimbursement.

• Numerous professional development and career growth opportunities.

• Generous paid time off / sick time allocations

• Comprehensive Employee Benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, & more.

• Wellness Coaching

• Employee Assistance Program

• Eligibility for Loan Forgiveness Programs in many positions.