Residential Case Manager - Providence, RI

Full Time

Providence, RI

Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation.

Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life.

Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
• Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
• Paid On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
• Flexible Schedules
• Retirement Savings Plan

Elwyn Adult Behavioral Health Services is seeking a Residential Case Manager to provide counseling and advocacy in therapeutic setting assisting young adult through geriatric clients with chronic mental illness and co-occurring disorders, achieve social, economic, emotional, and personal independence in order to live in the community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Understands the signs and symptoms of mental illnesses and intervenes therapeutically in a recovery based environment. Knowledgeable of DSM classifications and conditions. Empowers clients through advocacy and skill building. Exercises good judgment and decision making, particularly during crisis situations. Ensures that clients live in a safe and clean environment.

  
  
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  Demonstrates knowledge of prescribed medications, ability to monitor medications, and follows FHR state specific medication guidelines.

  
  
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  Maintains client records in accordance with agency policy and procedures. Produces timely, accurate and thorough recordkeeping in accordance with agency, state or federal regulations.

  
  
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  Understands the signs and symptoms of mental illnesses and intervenes therapeutically in a recovery based environment. Knowledgeable of DSM classifications and conditions. Empowers clients through advocacy and skill building. Exercises good judgment and decision making, particularly during crisis situations.

  
  
  
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  Demonstrates knowledge of prescribed medications, ability to monitor medications, and follows FHR state specific medication guidelines.

  
  
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  Maintains client records in accordance with agency policy and procedures. Produces timely, accurate and thorough recordkeeping in accordance with agency, state or federal regulations.

  
  

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Service field, such as Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitative Counseling, or closely related discipline is required. Associates degree may be substituted with applicable experience.