Jail Mental Health Program - Case Manager

Job DescriptionJob Description

Organization: Family Outreach Center

Position: Jail Mental Health Program - Case Manager (Grand Rapids, MI)

Location: Kent County Correctional Facility

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $56,000

Sign-on Bonus: $4,000

We are seeking a hard working and motivated candidate to work with incarcerated individuals at the Kent County Correctional Facility. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field with two or more years of relevant experience serving diverse populations. Knowledge of the criminal justice system is desired. Applicants will need to pass a background check prior to hire.

Responsibilities include:

• Collect, compile, and maintain accurate emergency and resource information for utilization in work with adult inmates, juveniles, and their families.
• Serve as a referral advocate for those needing technical assistance in accessing community resources key to healthy functioning.
• Maintain and provide information/training in self-advocacy, rights, and services for inmates/families.
• Complete assessment forms, progress notes, weekly and monthly reports as required.
• Meet with inmates regularly and update outside case managers on court dates, bonds, mental health, and other concerns.
•  Coordinate with inmates on release plans including transportation, housing, and continuing mental health treatment. 
•  Collect, and compile information for monthly reports.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the Jail Mental Health Team and Kent County Jail staff.

Company DescriptionFamily Outreach Center provides outpatient mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, jail mental health services, children's in-home and school-based services, parenting and family support, prevention and education services, and violence prevention programs to those who need it most.Company DescriptionFamily Outreach Center provides outpatient mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, jail mental health services, children's in-home and school-based services, parenting and family support, prevention and education services, and violence prevention programs to those who need it most.