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Case ManagerAbout the Job: Will consider candidates with any of the following: Position Summary:Conducts initial assessments of patients to determine mental health needs and establish care requirements.Case Manager BSWResponsibilities: May assign patients to mental health practitioners based on intake assessmentsPerforms utilization reviews in accordance with the hospital's UR plan to ensure adherence to federal regulations. Coordinates discharge planning for the Behavioral Health Unit Performs a variety of tasksLeads and directs the work of othersA wide degree of creativity and latitude is requiredTypically reports to the head of a unit/departmentPerforms other related duties as assigned.Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the fieldRegular and predictable attendance is an essential job functionCompetent to meet age specific needs of the unit assignedRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Social Work Active license in the State of Idaho as a LBSW3 years' clinical experience in a psychiatric/mental health setting required; recent acute clinical practice experience preferredBLS requiredCrisis prevention training, or must acquire within 6 months of employment, requireCase Manager IResponsibilities: May assign patients to mental health practitioners based on intake assessments Performs utilization reviews in accordance with the hospital's UR plan to ensure adherence to federal regulations Coordinates discharge planning for the Behavioral Health UnitPerforms a variety of tasks Leads and directs the work of others A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required Typically reports to the head of a unit/department Performs other related duties as assigned Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assignedRequirements: Master's degree in Social WorkActive license in the State of Idaho as a LMSW3 years' clinical experience in a psychiatric/mental health setting required; recent acute clinical practice experience preferredBLS requiredCrisis prevention training, or must acquire within 6 months of employment, requiredCase Manager IIResponsibilities:May assign patients to mental health practitioners based on intake assessmentsPerforms utilization reviews in accordance with the hospital's UR plan to ensure adherence to federal regulationsCoordinates discharge planning for the Behavioral Health UnitProvides clinical supervision to staff working towards licensurePerforms a variety of tasksLeads and directs the work of othersA wide degree of creativity and latitude is requiredTypically reports to the head of a unit/departmentPerforms other related duties as assignedFamiliar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the fieldRelies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goalsRegular and predictable attendance is an essential job functionCompetent to meet age specific needs of the unit assignedRequirements and Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree in social work or counseling or related field (i.e. Psychology) requiredLCSW/LCPC Idaho state license required; current license in another state as a LCSW/LCPC or equivalent acceptable with license in the State of Idaho required within one year of hire3 years of fulltime psychological experience in social work assessment format, treatment planning and crisis intervention requiredCertified to provide supervision to therapists seeking State of Idaho licensureCrisis prevention training, or must acquire within 6 months of employment, requiredBLS requiredWorking Conditions:Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting positionTypical equipment used in a clinical and office jobRepetitive movementsMust be able to lift and move up to 35lbsAbout Kootenai Health:Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for itKootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentialsAn award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and moreRobust and interactive employee referral programAnd much moreIf you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you! Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-###-#### or email ...@kh.org with any questions. Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.#KHHP25