Case Manager III -Dual Case Management (Dakota County)

Case Manager III
 

We are seeking a Case Manager III to work on our Dual Case Management (Dakota County) team to provide the highest level of case management and care coordination through plan development, monitoring, evaluation, and advocacy. Principle areas of responsibility include acting as lead for the program, provide training to other case management staff, and maintain referral source relationships. This position will also support other members of the team in achieving these objectives.

Hours: Full-Time, Monday- Friday, 8am-4pm

Locations: Dakota County, Minnesota | Hybrid **Physical presence is required**

Hiring Ranges: $28.00-$30.00/ Hourly, based on qualifications
 

Hiring Bonus: $1,000 to external candidates
 

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is the largest nonprofit mental health provider in Minnesota. For over 50 years, we have been a leading community partner, transforming the health of our communities through innovative solutions.
 

Main Job Duties:

• Physical presence in the Dakota County is required.
• 10-12 case load
• Manage and/or provide consultation on the most complex cases ensuring consistent practices and outcomes.
• Partner with the program leadership on cultivating and maintain relationships with potential and current referral sources and community partners.
• Provide advanced knowledge and guidance on assisting clients in the multiple phases of applying for and receiving services and benefits.
• Assist program management on training case managers on policies, procedures and best practices, taking an active role in onboarding new case managers.
• Perform assessments that lead to individual plan development that result in the client receiving access to necessary mental health and related services.
• Facilitate the development and implementation of a goal plan that addresses the needs of the clients, and is based on their development/goal plan and is culturally appropriate.
• Provide referrals to resources necessary to implement the agreed upon goal plan. This may include outreach and consultation with other partners and providers.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These essential duties include:

• Passing all background and requirements for facility and position; and
• The ability to pass the screening required by Federal Human Services Office of Inspector General to assure that person has not been excluded from working in the Health Care Programs which receive federal funding.
• Must have a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance.

Education and Experience:

• Masters Degree, or
• Bachelors Degree in the behavioral sciences or related field (i.e. social work, psychology, or nursing from an accredited college or university), and 4,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with serious and persistent mental illness.
• Minimum of two years prior work experience as a case manager or other direct service role in the human services field working with:
  • Advanced cases (examples may include but are not limited to: working with clients on high commitments, high needs, significant county involvement, high profile and/or clients needing unique solutions); or
  • Combination of advanced cases and dual case management
• In lieu of 2 years advanced or combined advanced/dual case management experience, 1 year of dual case management.
• In addition, employees entering and holding this position must be able to demonstrate mastery in the skills and required competencies.

Preferred Experience:

• Masters Degree, or
• Bachelors Degree in the behavioral sciences or related field (i.e. social work, psychology, or nursing from an accredited college or university), and 4,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with serious and persistent mental illness.
• Minimum of two years prior work experience as a case manager or other direct service role in the human services field working with:
  • Advanced cases (examples may include but are not limited to: working with clients on high commitments, high needs, significant county involvement, high profile and/or clients needing unique solutions); or
  • Combination of advanced cases and dual case management
• Waiver and targeted case management experience with adults with severe persistent mental illness.

Benefits:

• Accrue up to 4 weeks of PTO/ESST, plus company-designated holidays and floating holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% employer-match
• Multiple health and dental insurance plan choices available?
• Lifestyle Benefit – choice between company contribution to health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, or flex time
• Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance & Life Insurance
• Free access to People Incorporated's Training Institute, offering free CEUs and a wide array of learning and education opportunities
• Eligibility for state and federal loan forgiveness programs

We are committed to providing salary ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity considerations. 

People Incorporated is committed to improving the wellness of our clients, staff, and the communities that we serve by providing a tobacco-free environment. 

People Incorporated is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance.  People Incorporated values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages all qualified individuals to apply.