Behavioral Health Clinical Case Manager (LCSW/LMFT/LPCC), Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, Mariposa and Merced Counties, CA

Behavioral Health Clinical Case Manager (LCSW/LMFT/LPCC)
Central California Alliance for Health
Location: Mariposa County, California; Merced County, California; Monterey County, California; San Benito County, California; Santa Cruz County, California

We have an opportunity to join the Alliance as a Behavioral Health Clinical Case Manager (LCSW/LMFT/LPCC) in the Behavioral Health Care Management Department.

There are 5 positions available.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Reporting to the Behavioral Health Manager - Care Management, this position:

• Develops and manages an individualized intervention plan for members referred into the Behavioral Health (BH) Care Management program with the goal of promoting optimal, achievable outcomes in the most cost effective and appropriate manner
• Works in conjunction with the interdisciplinary Care Management team to facilitate quality outcomes across the continuum of care by educating members, providers, external agencies, and internal departments, and providing assistance in navigating the managed care system
• Participates in Quality Improvement efforts, to continually evaluate the Care Management Program’s effectiveness and its quality driven, cost-effective, achievable goals and outcomes for Alliance members

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

To read the full position description, and list of requirements click here.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of advocacy and case management including assessment, diagnosis, care/treatment planning, discharge planning, and documentation
• The availability and means of utilizing community resources for special services
• Reporting methods for cases of abuse or neglect
• Clinical evidence-based practices, including developing a plan of care, motivational interviewing techniques, and use of the DSM 5-TR for diagnostic purposes

Ability to:

• Use pro-active customer service skills in handling complex and demanding situations
• Advocate on behalf of the individual to assure quality of care and attainment of appropriate goals
• Create, document, and implement intervention plans, evaluate results, make modifications, and recommend additional services or interventions
• Exercise strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Evaluate medical records and other health care data
• Competently navigate computerized Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
• Manage persons who are non-compliant and or have behavioral health issues

Education and Experience:

• Possession and continued maintenance, in good standing, of one of the following licenses issued by the State of California: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Psychology, or a related field and a minimum of three years of experience performing case management/social work in an acute care setting, community agency, or managed care environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying

OTHER INFORMATION

• We are in a hybrid work environment and we anticipate that the interview process will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams.
• While some staff may work full telecommuting schedules, attendance at quarterly company-wide events or department meetings will be expected.
• In-office or in-community presence may be required for some positions and is dependent on business need. Details about this can be reviewed during the interview process.
• With the on-site presence at county hospitals, this may role require TB/Titers testing in the course of work.

The full compensation range for this position is listed by location below.

The actual compensation for this role will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the selected candidate's qualifications (direct or transferrable experience related to the position, education or training), as well as other factors (internal equity, market factors, and geographic location).

Zone 1 (Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz)
$88,123 – $141,003 USD
Zone 2 (Mariposa and Merced)
$80,189 – $128,315 USD

OUR BENEFITS

Available for all regular Alliance employees working more than 30 hours per week. Some benefits are available on a pro-rated basis for part-time employees. These benefits are unavailable to temporary employees while on an assignment with the Alliance.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Ample Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(a) Retirement Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Robust Health and Wellness Program
• Onsite EV Charging Stations

For a complete position description and to apply online, please visit our careers website

ABOUT US

We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us.

Join us at Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance), where you will be part of a culture that is respectful, diverse, professional and fun, and where you are empowered to do your best work. As a regional non-profit health plan, we serve members in Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. To learn more about us, take a look at our Fact Sheet.

The Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are an E-Verify participating employer

At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship.