Job description

CASE MANAGER - MHJIS

POSITION SUMMARY

Ideally qualified candidate will join the Mental Health Justice Involved Services program as an integral team player in the role of a Mental Health Justice Involved (MHJIS) Case Manager. Key responsibilities will include intensive case management to individuals recently released from jail and/or prison and assist with diversions from risk of recidivism. The MHJIS Case Manager will manage a caseload of consumers and work to provide linkages to community providers that include mental health providers, legal support, medical providers, substance abuse providers and to address homelessness. This position will also involve communication and collaboration with local law enforcement and the Municipal and Superior court systems in Atlantic County under the program supervisor.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates linkages to a broad offering of community social services.
• Individual group and family intervention.
• Outreach case management and support.
• Referral and advocacy for access to essential services.
• Connecting consumer to social, spiritual and other community resources as expressed by consumer’s wishes and service plan.
• Provides or arranges client transportation per program guidelines and with supervisory consultation.
• Provides skills development training.
• Organizes and supports recreational and/or socialization activities.

Education: Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related Human Service & one year of experience in a Mental Health setting. Knowledge of Atlantic County community resources and understanding of the criminal justice system is an essential part of this position.

JFS encourages and supports staff pursuing clinical licensing by providing FREE on-the-job Clinical Supervision Program to staff looking to obtain their LCSW license.

Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) is a multi-service agency. With more than 150 employees, our team is committed to helping people realize their fullest potential and achieve personal goals. Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties is committed to diversity in the workplace, reinforcing inclusion reflective of the multicultural communities we are committed to serving. The agency is dedicated to the advancement and upward mobility of our staff members. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to join our team, enriching our workforce and community.

JFS is dedicated to a flexible work-life balance for its team members by offering 16 Holidays, up to 4 weeks' vacation, and 3 weeks of sick time. We offer excellent benefits packages - including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, TelaDoc, 403(B) Retirement, and more. JFS looks forward to welcoming you to our offices based in Atlantic City, Margate, Egg Harbor Township, Mays Landing, and Cape May Courthouse, to begin an exciting, meaningful, and rewarding career.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35,570.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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