Adult Mental Health Case Manager MH089

Title:Case Manager - Adult Mental Health

Location: Wellness Center - 12360 E Burnside St. Portland OR 97233

Schedule: This is an in person position Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Wage Range: $26.00 $29.00 hourly Non-Exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Case Managerlooking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest youll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether youre passionate about healthcare behavioral health education or social services theres a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education physical mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians Alaska Natives and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities helping individuals lead healthier more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programsincluding medical and dental care addiction treatment housing assistance and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement all while making a tangible positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Case Manager provides case management to older adults providing assistance in care coordination patient support in maintaining income housing basic needs and independent living skills for NARA NWs older adult population. Works as a part of the mental health team and in close collaboration with the addictions outreach team medical services and other NARA NW programs. Assists clients and therapists in developing strength-based service plans for case management and community-based services

What you will do:

• Help elders navigate the care delivery system including systems of health and behavioral health housing insurance and transportation.
• Monitor food and housing security
• Meet with clients in hospital stays when appropriate for continuation of care.
• Provide case management and community services to elders living with mental health and/or substance use disorders that significantly affect their functioning in the community setting
• Assist with obtaining benefits such as insurance and Social Security benefits job training housing health care socialization and other community resources as identified in a strengths-based plan
• Provide community-based skills training such as finance management medication management disease management self-advocacy use of public transportation nutrition hygiene etc.
• Refer to appropriate mental health or addiction services that address elders needs
• Assist with connection to cultural resources and events including transportation and support at events as desired.
• Assist clients in learning about and accessing cultural resources and activities
• Provide a warm hand off for clients who are referred to resources e.g. attending first appointments with Elders addictions intake housing cultural activities etc.

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Either a High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate required.
• Credentialed as a QMHA through MHACBO required.
• Bachelors degree preferred.
• Previous experience with older adults and/or Native American/Alaska Native populations strongly preferred.
• Ability to be credentialed as a peer support provider or recovery mentor would be considered an asset.
• Desire to serve elders in a supportive capacity previous experience preferred.
• Additional training around senior services culture and knowledge of community resources and entitlement programs preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of mental illness medications symptoms and treatments.
• Understanding of common health and behavioral health issues for older patients.
• Ability to engage and interact positively with clients to promote strengths and improve health and wellbeing.
• Initiative to communicate effectively in coordinating care.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge and skill in working in a multi-cultural environment.
• Good understanding of professional roles and boundaries.
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

Whats in it for you

14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Battle of Little Big Horn Independence Day Labor Day Native American Day Indigenous Peoples Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving day after Thanksgiving and December 25th!

Benefits:Employees working 20 hours or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

• Affordable Medical Dental and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply go to Careers NARA NW ()
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional) thats all!
3. Feel free to contact if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians Alaska Natives and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use marijuana use and prescription drug abuse both on and off the addition all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming discussing or promoting the use of alcohol on the job on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NWs sobriety policy all employees volunteers interns and contractors as applicable are required to sign a Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form and NARA NW Modeling Sobriety Policy Form as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 US Code Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements the agency reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary