Case Manager - ASL Targeted Case Management

Our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services team is seeking a Case Manager to join our Targeted Case Management team to work with clients who are diagnosed with chronic mental illness. This position is a full-time, hybrid opportunity that will support people in connecting with resources to live as independently as possible. We help them develop self-awareness to make positive plans for the future through frequent meetings in the community. Case Managers develop long term relationships with their clients and operate autonomously, creating their own schedules. ASL is the first language, so applicants must be fluent in ASL.

American Sign Language (ASL) is the primary mode of communication which offers our residents a strong sense of community with other deaf adults and strengthens our support activities in a culturally affirmative environment. We provide an array of individualized services to our residents to help maintain independent living in a community setting.

Hours: Full-Time, Monday- Friday, business hours 8am-4pm

Locations: Twin Cities, Minnesota counties | Hybrid **Physical presence is required**

Hiring Ranges:

Case Manager I: $21.35-$23.00 / Hourly, based on qualifications

Case Manager II: $23.00 - $26.00 / Hourly, based on qualifications
 

Hiring Bonus: $1,000 to external candidates

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is the largest nonprofit mental health provider in Minnesota. For over 50 years, we have been a leading community partner, transforming the health of our communities through innovative solutions.
 

Main Job Duties:

• Responsible for running day to day duties at the drop-in center working with deaf participants.
• Coordinating and facilitating community-based outings, engaging clients with events and activities.
• Using person-centered principles, actively engage with clients in their daily activities, and develop and maintain appropriate relationships that support the client in meeting their individual goals.
• Document interactions with clients into organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) and if applicable, program-specific documentation/record-keeping system, while providing clear and concise communication with client, staff and other applicable parties.
• Conducting outreach activities and sourcing to build engagement with potential clients.

Requirements

Requirements for All Case Manager positions:

• Valid driver’s license, excellent driving record and current auto insurance

Education and Experience Required for Targeted Case Manager II position:

• Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral science or related field
• 2,000 hours of supervised experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness
• Fluent in American Sign Language

OR

• Master’s Degree in behavioral science or related field.
• Fluent in American Sign Language

Preferred Qualifications for Targeted Case Manager II position:

• Experience providing direct services to adults with serious and persistent mental illness
• Experience with case management and commitment proceedings
• Knowledge of Recovery, Motivational Interviewing and Person-Centered approach

Education and Experience for Targeted Case Manager I position:

• Bachelors Degree in the behavioral sciences or related field (including but not limited to social work, psychology, or nursing from an accredited college or university).
• If no Bachelors Degree in a behavioral science or related field, the employee must meet one of the following:
• Have 3 or 4 years experience as a case manager aide; or
• Be an RN without a Bachelors Degree and have 3 years or more combined specialized training in psychiatry and work experience consisting of community interaction and involvement or community discharge planning in a mental health setting.

Benefits:

• Accrue up to 4 weeks of PTO/ESST, plus company-designated holidays and floating holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% employer-match
• Multiple health and dental insurance plan choices available
• Lifestyle Benefit – choice between company contribution to health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, or flex time
• Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance & Life Insurance
• Free access to People Incorporated's Training Institute, offering free CEUs and a wide array of learning and education opportunities

People Incorporated is committed to improving the wellness of our clients, staff, and the communities that we serve by providing a tobacco-free environment.

People Incorporated is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

People Incorporated values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.