The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for a Case Manager, QMHP, IM+CANS Specialist in Behavioral Health for Elgin, IL who exemplifies that mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm, with one late evening until 8pm.
The CM QMHP IM+CANS Specialist is responsible for ensuring assessments remain updated every six months for all adult clients who are diagnosed with persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders, seeking services in BH Outpatient/PSR and Supported Programs.
The CM QMHP IM+CANS specialist is expected to work with a team of service providers within the agency and throughout the social service community to ensure that all needs of clients are met.
Provision of assessment, counseling, skills training and case management services to a caseload of clients who are diagnosed with persistent mental illness disorders.
Demonstrate understanding of chronic illnesses frequently experienced by those diagnosed with severe mental illness.
Demonstrate knowledge of assessments and treatment planning.
Ability to effectively engage client in IM+CANS development.
Track outcomes, be highly organized, and have strong clinical writing skills.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Attend scheduled work hours
Provide IM+CANS reassessment services to clients.
Complete clinical assessments that meet the requirements of program funders and applicable administrative rules
Provide case management services as medically necessary
Complete required documentation (IM+CANS, documentation including encounters, consents) on a timely basis
Meet minimum service hour provision productivity standards.
Acquire and maintain required certifications and trainings
Maintain professional judgment and performance regardless of personal issues
Abide by AID’s Code of Ethics, policies and procedures
Employee promotes awareness and respect for the diversity of our clients, employees, families and other stakeholders.
What we offer full time employees. Benefits_Summary.pdf
$1000 sign on bonus for full-time
21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays
Full-time schedule
Paid training
Tuition reimbursement
Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD Critical Illness and Accident health insurance
401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year
What will you bring to the table?
Education: Master’s degree in a human services field required
Experience: At least 1 year of experience in behavioral health preferred IM+CANS certified or obtained within 30 days
Equipment: Computer with working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications. Copy machine Telephone with voice mail system
Flexibility to work evening hours
Use of personal automobile for self, clients, and other staff.
Maintain automobile liability insurance as defined by AID’s personnel policies
Maintain valid Illinois driver’s license
Meet/maintain driving record standards as defined by AID’s insurance carrier.
If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.
