Case Manager
Admissions Specialist
(Brownwood)
General Description:
Position is under the general supervision of the Admissions Director. Duties include the assessment of individuals presenting for screening, intake, and hospital follow-up, gathering and organization of client history, timely completion of the intake process and paperwork, and assignment of consumer to case management services. Position will require knowledge of mental illness, thorough assessment skills, professionalism, and excellent time management ability. The applicant should have good oral and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate services to ensure the individual’s needs are met. Work requires comprehensive assessments and frequent contact with individuals, families and service providers. Requirements are to complete necessary paperwork and documentation in a timely manner for above responsibilities.
Qualifications:
- Experience is preferred, Bachelors or Master’s degree in subject area to qualify as a QMHP.
- Knowledge of mental illness and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, medications, and resources is essential.
- Performing a wide range of intake and continuity duties.
- Professionalism in dealing with community officials and resources is a must, displaying good oral and written communication skills.
- Computer skills are essential; must be able to work in stressful situations.
- A valid Texas Driver’s License with driving record to comply with CFLR is essential.
- If selected for this position, employee must give CFLR authorization to request copy of driving record as well as all required prescreens and background checks.
- Must be able to satisfactorily complete required staff development training.
THE CENTER FOR RESOURCES PREFERS APPLICANTS WHO ALREADY LIVING IN OR WILLING TO TO THE 7 COUNTY CATCHMENT WITHIN 90 DAYS OF THEIR DATE. OUR CATCHMENT INCLUDES THE COUNTIES OF BROWN, EASTLAND, COLEMAN, COMANCHE, , MILLS MCCULLOCH.
Salary: $16.31/Hour
Job Order #16189680