D110 - DD Case Managers - Case Manager, IDD

About River Edge Behavioral Health
 

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups. 

At River Edge Behavioral Health, we aspire to continuously lead with our values and beliefs that enable individuals to develop their potential, bring their full selves to the workplace, and engage in an environment of inclusion. At River Edge, we know you can choose to work anywhere, be we strive to be an employer of choice. We work every day to make your employee experience great. We believe in the skilled team members we hire and their ability to "make life better" for someone on their recovery journey or struggling with behavioral health challenges.

Ensuring that individuals are fully integrated into the community.  Observe staff interactions with individuals and peers.  Provides training, coaching, and mentoring to lead and direct support staff and provide transportation. 

Responsibilities

• Attend ISP meetings (annually, at day center) 
• Monthly home meetings
• Training of direct support staff on day one of in-home orientation
• Assist Lead with Financial management of individual funds.
• Observes and monitors client behavior to provide feedback in ISP meetings.
• Counsels and advises clients on behavioral problems, daily decision-making, and the resolution of minor problems as needed.
• Provides transportation for individuals to medical appointments, as needed.
• Act as advocate for residents with Support Coordinators, other providers and the community as needed.
• Possible Flex schedule to cover staff call outs, holiday coverage as needed.
• Approves timesheets weekly, ensure time is flexible to not work over 40 hours.
• Develop monthly staff schedule for home/ everyone.
• Meet with lead staff weekly for coaching and mentoring.
• Present during Audits from external organizations (HFR, Delmarva, GMCF, etc.)
• Ensure CAPs are followed up in each home.
• Communicate with family members as needed.
• On call one week per month

Technical Competencies

• Ability to observe and monitor participants’ behavior.
• Ability to provide coaching and mentoring.
• Knowledge of agency confidentiality policies.
• Knowledge of individualized service plans.
• Knowledge of the documentation process.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of agency safety policies and procedures.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to identify disruptive behavior.
• Ability to recognize contributions and celebrate accomplishments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field with 1 year experience
• Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation
• Acceptable Driving record
• Acceptable background check
• Must pass the drug screen.
• Current physical/ TB test
• Acceptable references.
• Ability to pass basic CPR and first aid.

Additional Information:

The Application Process

All qualified applicants will be considered.

This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.

The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview. 

Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email.

Safe Working Environment

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we recommend full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continue to be the most effective way to fight.

Diversity and Inclusion

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic makeup, disability, age, or veteran status.

Drug-Free Workplace

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.

At-Will Workplace

Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

EEOC Statement 

River Edge Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Edge Behavioral Heath recruits qualified candidates for positions in its service area. It is the policy of River Edge Behavioral Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and a strong desire for personal growth we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.