Transitional Case Manager

Position Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
• Contacts referred consumers to case management within policy guidelines to begin assessing individual needs and treatment goals.
• Manages transitional case management list.
• Arranges and coordinates identified services needed to assist consumers in securing safe housing, utilizing emergency assistance programs, making application for Missouri Health Net and other eligible entitlements. Secures appropriate releases and provides needed follow-up.
• Utilizes independent judgment to problem solve crisis situations and provides crisis interventions accordingly.
• Provides outreach as needed in order to engage referred consumers to community support services.
• Encourages and assists consumers in establishing relationships in the community through social interactions, exploring their natural supports available, and referring consumers to other resources when appropriate.
• Maintains communication with treatment teams to ensure appropriate services are in place.
• Available to other agency departments/teams for consultation on community resources, and informs others regarding latest resource information. Attend team meetings (example: assessment, medication services) if needed.