Case Manager & Peer Advocate
Case manager vibes. "Whatever it takes" energy. That's what you bring as our new Case Manager and Peer Advocate on our Full Service Partnership team! SALARY AND BENEFITS: $26.25 hourly, non-exempt
- Generous Paid Holiday
- Employee Recognition Program
- Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
- Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
- Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
- Life + Disability options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Telemedicine & Concierge Services
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
- Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
- Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits
HYBRID REMOTE! You will get to work from home, in the office and in the community doing both telehealth and in-person appointments, traveling out to meet with clients and community partners as needed. Part of Full Service Partnership is "doing whatever it takes," so this role does require in-person crisis response as appropriate and being available standard clinic operating hours as scheduled. ABOUT AMANECER at CHICANOS POR LA CAUSA We empower low-income kids, adults, and domestic abuse survivors to overcome barriers and significant life challenges through community-responsive, comprehensive mental health, psychiatric, and case management services. In Spanish, Amanecer roughly translates to "New Beginning." We use that phrase to describe the meaningful differences our clients see in their lives after treatment. Since 1975, we have provided hundreds of thousands of New Beginnings. HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT? As the Case Manager and Peer Advocate, you will provide comprehensive and intensive case management services to children and adults with severe and persistent mental illness who may have history of homelessness and/or history of hospitalizations. Case management services include linkage to community resources such as housing, medical, educational, and vocational services. In addition, you will provide rehabilitation services that focus on improving daily functioning through an integrated recovery approach that improves daily living skills and supports consumers in meeting their goals. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES Education /Background :
- BS/BA degree highly preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered to meet qualifications for this position.
- 2 years’ experience in case management preferred.
- Lived mental health experience preferred.
- CA Driver License required and clean driving record for insurance.
- Bilingual Spanish speaking required.
Other Requirements :
- Knowledge of community health care and community services.
- Knowledge of case management methods, procedures, and documentation.
- Experience working with multiethnic/racial clients and communities.
- Ability to adhere to agency and clinic policy and procedures.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
- Ability to work well as part of the case manager team.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to prepare effective written materials including correspondence and reports.
- Ability to be flexible and multitask, handling several tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to stay focused on duties and projects and get them completed on deadline as assigned.
- Proficiency at computer required.
Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting California Residents : Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.