Mental Health Case Manager
Ada County
Mental Health Case Manager
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Mental Health Case Manager
Salary
$21.00 - $24.00 Hourly
Location
Boise, ID
Job Type
Full-Time with Benefits
Job Number
02458
Department
Sheriff
Division
JSB- Health Services
Opening Date
01/06/2025
Closing Date
1/20/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
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General Summary
Are you passionate about mental health and making a difference in the lives of those in need? The Ada County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Case Manager to work with qualifying inmates at the Ada County Jail. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of mental health clinicians, develop discharge plans, and help connect individuals with critical community-based mental health services upon release from custody. Your work will directly support inmates in their transition to healthier, more stable lives.
SHIFT INFORMATION:
Generally Monday – Friday, day shift hours
Essential Functions
+ Collaborate with a team of mental health clinicians in a supporting role to provide case management and treatment coordination for inmates with mental health needs.
+ Assist in the development of discharge plans to ensure inmates have access to appropriate community-based mental health services upon release.
+ Participate as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team, addressing the complex needs of inmates with mental health and medical concerns.
+ Support the coordination of chronic care services for inmates, ensuring ongoing mental health support.
+ Address concerns from inmates and stakeholders, ensuring a supportive and effective system for mental health care.
+ Monitor inmates with state commitments and police holds, ensuring proper documentation and coordination of their care and release.
+ Perform other duties related to mental health case management as assigned to include reporting statistics/scanning patient paperwork and to work together as a cohesive unit with other members of the Administrative and Case Management team.
Job Requirements
+ A bachelor’s degree in psychology, social science, criminal justice, sociology, or a related field and/or a mix of relevant education and experience.
+ Knowledge of community-based mental health services and local community resources is a plus.
+ Experience working with individuals with mental health needs in a correctional or similar environment.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
+ Ability to maintain appropriate ethical boundaries while working with inmates.
+ Strong collaboration and teamwork skills to work with clinicians and other service providers.
+ Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
+ Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently.
+ A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to directly impact the mental health and well-being of individuals in need. You’ll work alongside a committed team, collaborating with experts in the field while helping to provide much-needed support for inmates transitioning to community-based care. If you’re passionate about mental health and ready for a rewarding challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.
Healthcare:
+ Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles
+ Post-employment health savings account
Retirement and Investments Plans:
+ PERSI retirement benefits
+ 457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match
+ 401(k)
Wellbeing Program:
+ Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.
+ Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program
+ Free bus pass
Paid-leave:
+ 11 paid holidays per year
+ 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
+ Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee
+ Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee
+ 5 days paid bereavement leave
Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
+ Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible
+ Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible
Optional Benefits:
+ Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
+ NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance
+ Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance
+ Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance
+ AFLAC
Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!
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Do you hold a bachelor's degree in psychology, social science, criminal justice, sociology, or a related field? Alternatively, do you have an equivalent combination of education and experience? If so, please list your qualifications.
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Can you describe your experience in case management or a related field?
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How do you prioritize tasks and manage your caseload to ensure timely and effective service delivery?
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Have you worked with electronic health record systems or case management software? Which ones?
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Have you read the Ada County Sheriff's Office Hiring Standards/Disqualifiers on the ACSO website? Do you meet those requirements?
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+ No
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Agency
Ada County
Department
Sheriff
Address
7200 Barrister Dr. Boise, Idaho, 83704
Website
www.adacounty.id.gov/sheriff
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