Criminal Justice Case Manager

Southeast Healthcare is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals with mental health challenges as they reintegrate into the community after involvement with the criminal justice system. We believe in second chances, trauma-informed care, and person-centered planning. We are seeking a compassionate and organized Case Manager to support adults living with serious mental illness who also have a history of criminal justice involvement.

Responsibilities:

• Provide community-based services to support patients in managing severe and persistent mental illness.
• Develop and connect patients to resources that aid in their recovery, such as housing, healthcare, and employment.
• Advocate for clients' access to benefits, treatment, housing, and employment opportunities.
• Promote and encourage healthy lifestyle choices, focusing on both physical and mental health.
• Offer crisis intervention in emergencies to de-escalate situations and ensure patient safety.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create and implement individualized treatment plans to meet specific patient goals.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure successful goal achievement.
• Maintain monthly productivity expectation and up-to-date records of patient progress, treatment plans, and interactions.

Unique benefits at Southeast:

• Flexible work schedule
• Employer-paid training opportunities
• Supervision provided for licensure
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Scholarships and fee waivers available
• Paid parking downtown
• Walking distance from many delis and restaurants!

• Minimum of AA/BA required; degree in social work, psychology or criminal justice preferred.
• Experience working with adults with mental illness and/or criminal justice involvement required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Knowledge of community resources and healthcare services.
• Experience with trauma-informed care and harm reduction preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, Medicaid documentation, and local behavioral health regulations preferred.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.

As a healthcare provider, Southeast Healthcare is a non-smoking employer. Staff members are required to be vaccinated for the flu (medical and religious exemptions may be requested during the hiring process).

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.