Case Manager - Central State Hospital

Job Summary

Central State Hospital seeks a full‑time Case Manager. The role primarily operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

• Perform case management services, including evaluation of assigned patients.
• Build rapport with patients and families.
• Provide crisis interventions, interagency conferences, agency/collateral contacts, pre‑discharge visits, and discharge planning.
• Maintain and complete service documentation such as psychosocial assessments, case notes, case reviews, court reports, letters, etc., according to prescribed standards.
• Conduct case reviews and determine current and future treatment and after‑care plans for clients completing treatment.
• Participate as an inter‑disciplinary team member on the unit regarding treatment planning, reviews, and discharge planning.
• Initiate 202A petitions; assess for guardianship and facilitate this process as needed.
• Carry out policies and procedures related to duty to warn, APS, CPS, Vine notification and other applicable legal issues.
• Write correspondence on behalf of clients and their families such as court reports and letters of recommendation.
• Conduct case presentations and consultations with other agencies about programs and services offered.
• Complete required trainings, participate in performance and quality improvement reviews, and attend workshops or seminars to promote professional growth.

• Master’s degree in social work or a related field and at least two years of experience, OR bachelor’s degree in social work or related field and enrollment in a program to pursue a master's in social work.
• Experience serving, and basic knowledge of the mental and physical characteristics of persons with serious mental illness.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a case load with rapid patient turnover.

COVID and influenza vaccinations are required for all employees.