Case Manager - Corrections

Job Details
Job Location
Kennewick, WA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Bachelor's degree
Salary Range
$23.65 - $29.56 Hourly
Job Shift
Day
Description
Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?
Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.
What are we looking for in a Case Manager?
Case Managers on our Corrections team provide supportive counseling and coordination of care to our incarcerated clients within the assigned correctional facility. Coordinating with the Department of Corrections, the Case Manager screens and triages referrals for mental health or substance use treatment for incarcerated individuals and ensures that appropriate care is given to each client. Recognizing the complex needs beyond direct treatment, Case Managers work with clients to build skills necessary for independent living, self-advocacy, treatment engagement, and social participation. Case Managers also collaborate with other Comprehensive Healthcare teams and community partners to develop discharge plans and continuation of services ahead of each client's release from the correctional facility. This position requires a confident clinician who is comfortable working within corrections settings, has exceptional communication skills, and enjoys collaboration with multiple partner organizations. All work will be performed within the Benton County Jail located in Kennewick. The schedule for this Case Manager position is Monday-Thursday 7am-5:30pm.
Case Manager duties may include:

• providing intensive support and case management services to clients while they are incarcerated
• coordinating with other service providers and treatment teams to expedite services and advocate on the client's behalf
• collaborating with each client to create individualized treatment and discharge plans to encourage successful engagement with continuing treatment during incarceration and upon release
• monitoring clients' progress, symptoms, and medication response
• facilitating educational, behavioral health, or skill-building groups
• assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated
• completing all documentation in a respectful, client-centered manner

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field
• Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor
• Must be able to receive security clearance from the Department of Corrections
• Valid driver's license, vehicle liability insurance, and a safe driving record for the past three years

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You
Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs

Innovative Program & Services

• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

Excellent Benefits

• Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
• Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
• Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
• Access to Employee Assistance Program services
• Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
• Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
• Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
• Tuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing advanced degrees
• Employer-funded student loan repayment assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer
Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department offers accommodations and assistance for the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.