Coordinated Specialty Care Case Manager
Betty Hardwick Center
Summary
Coordinated Specialty Care for First Episode Psychosis, or STEP (specialized treatment for early psychosis), is an early intensive intervention program for adolescents and young adults who have been recently diagnosed with a mental health condition which includes psychosis. The program goals include reducing the duration of untreated symptoms, and to improve outcomes such as the ability to work, go to school, and live independently and have enjoyable relationships.
Job description
This position will provide coordination, monitoring and rehabilitative services of all mental health treatment for adults meeting the FEP eligibility.
This provider must assist eligible individuals clarify goals, cope with stressful situations, interact more effectively with other people, and in general overcome barriers to recovery. This is done within the framework that will empower the client to learn new skills and that supports behavior change including social skills training, coping skills training and psycho-education. This position also includes outreach and recruitment activities.
- Identify problem/need areas
- Work under pressure and in stressful situations in a professional manner
- Be thorough in assessment and documentation
- Locate and utilize a variety of community resources to meet the needs of each individual
- Assist in negotiating and advocating for each individual with service entities outside the Center
- Develop a positive relationship with each consumer
This position will have a schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm while maintaining flexibility showing regular availability non traditional work hours.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in social, behavioral or human services
- Degree in Social Work preferred
- Master's degree most preferable
- Must be able to be certified as a QMHP-CS
- Experience in mental health/intellectual and developmental disabilities services preferred
- Experience in supported employment and/or supported housing services preferred
- Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be an insurable driver
- Must maintain an acceptable driving record/insurability while employed
Benefits
- Performance-based salary increases
- Benefits available
Company overview
Betty Hardwick Center is a comprehensive mental health service provider dedicated to offering accessible and quality behavioral healthcare services to communities in Texas. As a community mental health center, it provides a wide range of services including crisis intervention, outpatient counseling, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and specialized programs for various mental health conditions. The organization focuses on serving individuals with mental health disorders, substance abuse issues, and developmental disabilities through evidence-based treatment approaches. Betty Hardwick Center operates with a mission to promote recovery, resilience, and improved quality of life for clients through person-centered care. The center typically collaborates with local healthcare systems, social service agencies, and community organizations to provide integrated care. Services are designed to be accessible to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, with consideration for cultural and socioeconomic factors. The organization plays a crucial role in the local mental health ecosystem by offering both clinical services and community-based support programs.