Case Manager, Connecting Forward

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Job Summary

Position title: Counselor, Connecting Forward (Bedford County)

The Connecting Forward Case Manager will provide assessment, screening, resource connection, case management, and/or mental health counseling to program clients of all Connecting Forward network partners. The Case Manager will recommend an individual and/or family care plan of action on the needs identified. If needed, the Case Manager will provide intensive case management, short-term counseling, self-advocacy training, family counseling, life skills training, parenting skills training, educational and supportive services, in-home services, advocacy, and/or referrals as needed. Applicants must live in Tennessee and will be serving the Bedford County Area.

Job Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments for learning disabilities, mental health, imminent risk, domestic violence, trauma, and/or other needs as they relate to client success and services.
• Develop, implement, and modify treatment plans, as needed, to address the needs of the client.
• Establish and maintain an effective treatment relationship.
• Refer and connect clients to Connecting Forward network partners to fulfill identified needs.
• Refer clients to short-term, solution-focused, trauma-informed counseling (e.g. individual or family therapy)
• Refer clients, when appropriate, to licensed drug and alcohol treatment centers, domestic violence shelters, other community treatment centers, long-term therapeutic service agencies, etc.
• Be knowledgeable about Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and other federal benefit programs for which the client may qualify; assist the client in applying for federal SSI and SSDI benefits when appropriate.
• Be knowledgeable about Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and other federal benefit programs for which the client may qualify; assist the client in applying for federal SSI and SSDI benefits when appropriate.
• Employ a strengths-based and client-goal-oriented approach to facilitate self-empowerment.
• Provide ongoing educational and/or supportive groups as needed.
• Develop relationships with partner agencies and assume a strong advocacy role for needed services.
• Provide services in the home, school, or other locations in the community when needed and appropriate for best serving the client in meeting goals.
• Regular attendance during office hours and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree (*Master’s Preferred) in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Education, and/or related field with 2-3 years of working with children and families from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds. 

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

Send Resume to HRdept@fcsnashville.org 

Details

• Date Posted: May 3, 2024
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Administrative
• Service Area: Health (Physical, Mental)
• Salary Range: $45,000
• Working Hours: 40 hour work week