Job Summary
Targeted Case Manager serves individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders who require assistance to gain access to necessary care: medical, behavioral, social, and other services appropriate to their needs. Services include case management assessment; person centered planning, referral and linkage, monitoring and follow-up. The Targeted Case Manager will follow specific policies and procedures for the Family Safety Program and Family Intensive Treatment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Direct Service Job Duties
Education/Experience/Minimum Qualifications
“Qualified Professional” means within the mh/dd/sas system of care:
This category includes Substance Abuse Professional, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CDAC), Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), Licensed Clinical Additions Specialist (LCAS) *
Job Knowledge
Complexity of Duties
This position is responsible for assisting in maximizing the available resources to develop and maintain behavioral health services for EBCI children and families that best meets the constantly changing needs of the community. Must have the ability to interpret policy, laws and regulations in order to make decisions when a precedent is not available. Duties require the application of judgment and problem solving skills in order to be effective. Judgment often involves decisions that may have life or death results. At times may be dealing with individuals who are highly agitated, emotional, or out of touch with reality.
Supervision Received
Works under the direct guidance of the Family Safety Supervisor. , Child Services Manager, and/or Behavioral Health Clinical Director where goals, objectives, policies, and procedures are well defined. Works independently within applicable licensing regulations where latitude for creative thinking, initiative and discretion are given to achieve department goals and objectives.
Responsibility for Accuracy
Errors should be identified and corrected in a timely manner Failure to properly document, convey or interpret clinical data can adversely impact client care. Ineffective health planning could have adverse effects on the health status of the community by limiting access to necessary resources. Accuracy of data and research is critical in the allocation of tribal resources. Employee is responsible for adherence to policy and procedure. Inappropriate actions or inaccuracies in judgment could result in improper diagnosis and treatment, serious liability for CIHA, or more serious health risks to patients.
Contact with Others
Interacts frequently with coworkers, hospital staff, patients, and other health professionals for the purpose of exchanging information, obtaining, or providing assistance. Employee may serve on committees, boards and advisory councils, as appropriate. Tact, courtesy, and professional conduct are required to maintain positive working relationships. Utmost sensitivity and confidentiality is required when dealing with patients and families.
Confidential Data
The provision of medical care requires that the incumbent maintain strict appropriate confidentiality regarding all patient information. The employee will have access to patient records and highly confidential information and must function with utmost integrity to safe guard this information. The employee complies with EBCI policy on confidentiality of patient records, Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority Confidentiality policy, HIPAA, and other federal law requirements. Violations of confidentiality regulations may result in disciplinary action and other action as allowed by federal regulations.
Emergency Privileges
In the case of an emergency, any member of the Medical Staff, to the degree permitted by his/her license shall be permitted to do everything possible to save a patient’s life or save a patient from serious harm, regardless of the individual’s clinical privileges. This shall be defined as those situations in which a delay could result in serious harm or death and in which a more qualified member is not immediately available.
Mental/Visual/Physical Environment
Job duties can be mentally and emotionally stressful at times given the complexity of the duties, management and supervision of staff and the clinical areas being addressed with the people being served. Close mental concentration and attention to detail are required. Physical activities require the ability to be mobile, sit, reach, bend, and be in front of groups and deliver training for extended periods of time. Some physical exertion and stamina is required such as required to transport training materials or to travel. Must have visual acuity, manual dexterity, and the ability to speak and hear. Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
Work Environment
The employee works primarily at the PHHS building with occasional service provisions in the community, at the hospital, inpatient or outpatient clinical environment but may be required to work at other offices and locations as needed. The work environment involves moderate risks of exposure to infectious disease, radiation, electrical hazards, irritant, chemical and explosive gases. Employee must strictly adhere to OSHA guidelines and protocol for maintaining sterile conditions. Some travel is required. Infrequent overnight travel may be required for meetings or to attend training.
Customer Service
Consistently demonstrates superior customer service skills to patients/customers by demonstrating characteristics that align with CIHA’s guiding principles and core values. Ensure excellent customer service is provided to all patients/customers by seeking out opportunities to be of service.