Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Case Manager

Location: Cushing, Oklahoma

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a positive impact in the lives of clients with mental health and behavioral needs? Join our team as a Behavioral Health Case Manager and work under clinical supervision to improve the functioning of clients across a variety of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and developmental areas.

As a Behavioral Health Case Manager, you'll coordinate care, provide direct services, and assist clients in accessing a range of community resources to support their individualized treatment plan goals. Our ideal candidate has knowledge of case management principles, experience working with individuals with mental illness, and strong communication skills.

Cushing, Oklahoma offers a high quality of life, with a small-town feel, affordable cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation. Join us in empowering your local community and advancing your career in the behavioral health field.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Annual bonuses - up to $12,000 in annual bonusesEmployee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday payMileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travelTop-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportiveCareer mobility - advancement opportunities/promoting from withinWelcoming, warm, supportive - a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Key Responsibilities:

Provide all services within the organization's Code of Conduct and policiesDemonstrate understanding of health service systems and assist clients in accessing resourcesCoordinate care and participate in the development of the client's individualized treatment planConsult and cooperate with community resources to facilitate linkage, referral, and follow-upProvide direct services to adults, children, and families; coordinate family involvementHelp clients navigate financial entitlements and access healthcare coverageAssist clients in learning skills for personal health management and self-advocacyMonitor and assess client functioning and progress; update treatment teamDemonstrate understanding of mental illness and its treatmentEvaluate services to identify necessary improvements and increase outcomesProvide continuity of contact and coordinate access to housing, social services, and other resourcesUnderstand and respond to client rights; advocate on their behalfAssist clients in developing appropriate social skills and behaviorsServe as a link between clients and community services/resourcesPerform other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in social service, education, behavioral health, or a related fieldDocumented experience in case management services preferredCertified as a Behavioral Health Case Manager II with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Required License/Certification (one of the following):

Current certification as a Behavioral Health Case Manager II

Additional Qualifications:

Knowledge of case management and rehabilitation principles related to mental/behavioral healthUnderstanding of the challenges faced by individuals with mental illness and available community resourcesKnowledge of treatment modalities and legal requirements in mental/behavioral healthAbility to communicate ideas clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.