Case Manager- -The Judiciary In-Reach Program

About River Edge Behavioral Health

River Edge Behavioral Health exists to share the stories of more than 10,000 people with behavioral health, substance abuse, and intellectual and developmental disabilities and inspire our clients and the communities to make life better. River Edge is where caring professionals provide expert services to many people, we serve by offering safe spaces for groups, coordinated care, and evidenced-based outpatient care. In addition to inpatient stabilization and Substance Abuse Services.

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.

River Edge is currently seeking a Full-Time Case Manager at the Bibb County Sheriff's Office for the Judiciary In-reach Program.

Location/ Schedule: 668 Oglethorpe St, Macon, GA 31201

Role Summary

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Case Manager will provide various service needs (mental health, housing, employment, etc.) that require assistance from multiple providers. Case managers also provide counseling and coordinate services during incarceration and refer detainees from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) to community- based providers for services after release.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and detainee centered.
• Other assigned duties
• Evaluating the goals and needs of detainees to develop targeted treatment plans for those undergoing issues mental illness.
• Help detainees make informed decisions by acting as their advocate regarding their clinical status and treatment options.
• Planning for crises and helping detainees develop coping mechanisms.
• Building after-care treatment plans and communicating them to detainees for use once they're released from treatments.
• Prepares and submits reports to Supervisor or Team Lead as required.
• Maintain complete and organized files.
• Assists detainees in locating and utilizing community resources including legal, medical, financial assistance.

Qualifications

• All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.
• Must have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Provide 2 Professional references (Former employers only, no family members)
• Bachelor's degree in social service field (Social Work, Sociology, Psychology)
• Must have ability to multi-task and remain organized.
• Must have knowledge and experience with the chronically mentally ill population.

Additional Information

The Application Process

• The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.
• This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.
• 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.
• All qualified applicants will be considered.

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 continues 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 make-up, 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.

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 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.

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. It 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.