Careers

PACT Case Manager

Job Type: Full Time

Our PACT Program is searching for a BA level Case Manager to join their team. The PACT Case Manager is an exempt position under the supervision of the PACT Program Team Lead. The PACT Case Manager is responsible for engaging with PACT Program clients, med-monitoring, and other clinical duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferably Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral sciences or related field, or Associate of Arts with at least two (2) years’ experience in mental health or related field working with serious and persistent mentally ill adults.

Good organizational skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Ability to work cooperatively in a team approach.

Ability to apply a Recovery based approach and to apply clinical knowledge.

Solid verbal and written communication skills, basic computer skills.

Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.

Visual and auditory skills required to communicate, ensuring proper client care, and to provide legal documentation of care.

Requires frequent standing, bending at the knees and waist, kneeling and reaching; Requires frequent walking to accomplish tasks; Requires ability to lift 30 pounds.

Employment contingent on successful background check and Washington State counseling profession credential issued by the Department of Health (e.g. Agency Affiliated Counselor).

Job Duties:

· Participate in client-centered comprehensive assessment

· Provide service coordination (case management) for an assigned group of clients including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team

· Consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process

· Participate in daily staff organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings

· Provide ongoing assessment, problem-solving, side-by-side services, skill training, supervision, and environmental adaptations to assist clients with activities of daily living Other job duties as assigned.

Why Work for Lake Whatcom Center?

LWC is a DSHS licensed not-for-profit organization providing an array of residential and community mental health services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and their ability to meet their goal of Recovery. We are a fast-growing service, and committed to creating a supportive and positive environment for all our employees.

LWC offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

· Medical insurance 100% agency paid for fulltime employees.

· Dental insurance 100% agency paid for fulltime employees.

· Life, Accidental Death, and Long-term Disability insurance 100% agency paid for fulltime employees.

· Full time employees accrue 240 hours (6 Weeks) of Paid Time Off annually.

· Starting wage increases with applicable experience.

LWC is a tobacco-free and scent-free workplace.

LWC is an Equal Opportunity employer, we are committed to an Affirmative Action Program and enhancing the diversity of our staff.

We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, religion, creed, marital status, ancestral heritage, sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veteran status, or the presences on any physical, mental and/or sensory disability. If accommodations are needed for participating in the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know.

Job Closes: When filled

LWC is seeking a full or part time RN. The wage scale starts at $43.00 and adds an additional 2% for each year of experience. RNs with a BSN starts at $45.10.

The RN is responsible for coordinating medical services for our clients in our brand new ESF. The clients we treat in our facilities suffer from serious mental illness, and often have co-occurring substance use diagnoses. Successful candidates should have prior experience, and be motivated to assist people with mental health issues in their recovery process.

Minimum Qualifications:

RN license in good standing State of Washington per Washington State RCW 18.79.030(1), and advanced knowledge regarding adults with major mental illness.

Good organizational skills.

Ability to work cooperatively in a team approach Good organizational skills;

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks;

Ability to apply a Recovery based approach and to apply clinical knowledge;

Good verbal and written communication skills;

Basic computer skills;

Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion;

Visual and auditory skills required to communicate, to ensure and deliver client care, and to provide documentation of care;

Requires frequent standing, bending at the knees and waist, kneeling and reaching;

Requires frequent walking to accomplish tasks;

Requires ability to lift 50 pounds.

Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and ability to be covered by LWC insurance carrier.

Employment is contingent on successful background check.

Why Work for Lake Whatcom Center?

LWC is a DSHS licensed not-for-profit organization providing an array of residential and community mental health services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and their ability to meet their goal of Recovery. We are a fast-growing service, and committed to creating a supportive and positive environment for all our employees.

LWC offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance (100% paid by LWC for full-time employees)

• Dental (100% paid by LWC)

• Life Insurance (100% paid by LWC, additional available for purchase)

• Long-term Disability (100% paid by LWC)

• Vision Insurance

• Full time positions accrue 240 hours (6 weeks) of Personal Time Off annually

• Generous Comp Time for Exempt Positions

LWC is a tobacco-free and scent-free workplace. LWC is an Equal Opportunity employer, we are committed to an Affirmative Action Program and enhancing the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, religion, creed, marital status, ancestral heritage, sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veteran status, or the presences on any physical, mental and/or sensory disability. If accommodations are needed for participating in the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Case Manager to join our Intensive Out Patient (IOP) team. As a Case Manager, you will play a vital role in providing support and guidance to clients in need. If you have experience in social work, behavioral health, and case management, we encourage you to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families.

Responsibilities:

- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Conduct needs analysis with clients and develop individualized care plans
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate and facilitate client care
- Provide education and support to clients
- Monitor client progress and adjust care plans as needed
- Assist with care coordination and ensure appropriate follow-up care
- Advocate for client's rights and ensure they receive necessary resources and services
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Utilize case management software to document client interactions and track progress

- Maintain a minimum productivity ratio of 40%

Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work or related field
- Previous experience in case management, preferably in a healthcare setting
- Knowledge of pediatrics, behavioral health, and addiction counseling
- Familiarity with utilization management principles
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

If you are passionate about helping others and making a positive impact on the lives of individuals in need, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

Why Work at The Lake Whatcom Center?

We value our clients, our communities, and our employees. We are working every day to make Lake Whatcom Center a great place to work. Join our exceptional team of clinicians and support staff and become part of an organization that continues to improve and expand. You will find that we at the LWC provide professional opportunities for growth at every turn.

Lake Whatcom Center currently offers the following pay and benefits:

• Competitive Salaries

• PPO Medical Plan - Agency funded for full-time employees, partially funded for eligible part-time employees

• Dental Coverage - Agency funded for full-time employees, partially funded for eligible part-time employees

• Life & Long Term Disability Insurance - Agency funded for full-time employees, partially funded for eligible part-time employees

• Full time positions accrue 240 hours (6 weeks) of Paid Time Off annually

• Generous Comp Time plan for Exempt staff

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Continuing Education Assistance

Program Description:

Wages start at $27.50/hr - wages increase by 2% for each additional year of experience.

The HEART (Holistic Engagement through Allied Recovery and Treatment) team is an intensive community outreach and crisis response program. HEART is a dynamic part of the Lake Whatcom Center’s wide array of services, created to increase access to comprehensive, high quality, community-based behavioral health services.

The HEART Team expands on existing whole-person, recovery-focused care services to increase crisis response and service accessibility while mitigating strain on traditional 9-1-1 services. The team is made up of Outreach Case Managers, a SUD specialist, MHP’s, an ARNP, and an RN. The HEART Team provides culturally competent intervention, assessment, case management, and advocacy to individuals in crisis.

Outreach Case Managers will work a set schedule of four 10-hour shifts (12pm-10pm). These hours and shifts are specialized to increase access to services outside of the normal 9am-5pm business hours.

Outreach Case Managers will be dispatched to respond or co-respond to behavioral health crises and emergency situations. Co-response efforts will occur in collaboration with community partners such as Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT), Whatcom Ground-level Response & Coordinated Engagement program (GRACE), law enforcement, and other first responders to provide wrap around services to individuals in need. The HEART Team will also provide follow-up and ongoing recovery support and case management services as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Preferably Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, etc.) or related field, or Associate of Arts Degree with at least two (2) years’ experience in mental health or related field working with chronically mentally ill adults.

* Good personal relations skills; ability to work with difficult clients.

* Good organizational skills; Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

* Ability to work cooperatively in a team approach.

* Ability to apply a Recovery based approach.

* Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.

* Good verbal, written, communication, and computer skills; visual and auditory skills required to communicate, ensure and deliver client care and provide legal documentation of care.

* Requires frequent standing, bending at the knees and waist, kneeling and reaching; Requires frequent walking to accomplish tasks; Requires ability to lift 30 pounds.

* Acceptable driving record and ability to be covered by LWC insurance carrier. Must have a valid Washington State Driver’s License or have a current valid driver’s license from another state and apply for a WA DL by hire date.

* Ability to apply for Department of Health Agency Affiliated Counselor License within 7 days of hire and obtain said license within 60 days. Ability to obtain CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

Employment contingent on successful background check and Washington State counseling profession credential issued by the Department of Health (e.g. Agency Affiliated Counselor and must apply for within 7 days of hire, preferably prior to hire).

Why work for Lake Whatcom Center?

LWC is a DSHS licensed not-for-profit organization providing an array of residential and community mental health services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and their ability to meet their goal of Recovery. We are a fast-growing service and committed to creating a supportive and positive environment for all our employees.

LWC offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance (Agency funded for full-time employees)

• Dental Insurance (Agency funded for full-time employees)

• Life & Long-term Disability Insurance (Agency funded for full-time employees)

• Vision Insurance

• Full time positions accrue 240 hours (6 weeks) of Paid Time Off annually

LWC is a tobacco-free and scent-free workplace. LWC is an Equal Opportunity employer, and we are committed to an Affirmative Action Program and enhancing the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, religion, creed, marital status, ancestral heritage, sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veteran status, or the presences on any physical, mental and/or sensory disability. If accommodation is needed for participating in the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $27.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)

• Dental insurance - 100% agency paid for full time positions

• Health insurance - 100% agency paid for full time positions

• Life insurance - 100% agency paid for full time positions

• Long-Term Disability insurance - 100% agency paid for full time positions

• Paid time off - Full time employees accrue 240 hours (6 weeks) of PTO annually

• Referral program

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License and reliable personal transportation required

Military Veterans encouraged to apply!

LWC is looking for an experienced Home Care Aides Certified Nursing Assistants for our Residential Treatment and Assisted Living facilities. These positions are full-time. Position will be responsible for assisting our residents with daily activities including transferring and toileting. Position may require working in different facilities as needed on a floating basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

Home Care Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant credentials from WA state Department of Health in good standing.

A High School Diploma or equivalent, plus experience in work with special needs populations, AA or BA in Human Services related disciplines preferred.

Good organizational skills, ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Ability to work cooperatively in a team approach;

Ability to apply a Recovery based approach and to apply clinical knowledge;

Good verbal and written communication skills, basic computer skills.

Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion;

Visual and auditory skills required to communicate, to ensure and deliver client care, and to provide documentation of care;

Requires frequent standing, bending at the knees and waist, kneeling and reaching; Requires frequent walking to accomplish tasks; Requires ability to lift 50 pounds.

Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR, and successful completion of Boarding Home training requirements (WAC 388-112).

Employment is contingent on successful fingerprint background check.

Why Work for Lake Whatcom Center?

LWC is a DSHS licensed not-for-profit organization providing an array of residential and community mental health services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and their ability to meet their goal of Recovery. We are a fast-growing service, and committed to creating a supportive and positive environment for all our employees.

LWC offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package for employees working 30+ hours a week, including:

• Medical insurance

• Dental

• Life

• Long Term Disability

• Full time employees accrue 240 hours of PTO (Paid Time Off) annually

LWC is a tobacco-free and scent-free workplace. LWC is an Equal Opportunity employer, we are committed to an Affirmative Action Program and enhancing the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, religion, creed, marital status, ancestral heritage, sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veteran status, or the presences on any physical, mental and/or sensory disability. If accommodations are needed for participating in the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know.

Please submit LWC Employment Application Packet or resume to: HR, 3600 Meridian Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

Residential Case Manager

Must be 21 or older to apply.

We encourage all military veterans to apply!

The Residential Case Manager is a full-time non-exempt position working with adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses and/or Substance Abuse Disorders in our Agate residential treatment facility . The Residential Case Manager is responsible for providing case management services in accordance with WAC 388-865-0456.

Minimum Qualifications

·         Preferably Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral sciences or related field, or Associate of Arts Degree

·         At least one (1) year of experience in mental health or related field working with chronically mentally ill adults.

·         Good personal relations skills; ability to work with difficult clients.

·         Good organizational skills

·         Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

·         Ability to work cooperatively in a team approach

·         Ability to apply a Recovery based approach

·         Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion

·         Good verbal, written, communication, and computer skills

·         Visual and auditory skills required to communicate, ensure and deliver client care and provide legal documentation of care

·         Requires frequent standing, bending at the knees and waist, kneeling and reaching; Requires frequent walking to accomplish tasks

·         Requires ability to lift 30 pounds.

·         Requires valid US driver’s license, vehicle liability insurance, and ability to provide case management services both in an office, and community setting.

Employment contingent on successful background checks, driving record abstract, and Washington State Department of Health Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor profession credential.

Why work for Lake Whatcom Center?

LWC is a DSHS licensed not-for-profit organization providing an array of residential and community mental health services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and their ability to meet their goal of Recovery. We are a fast-growing service, and committed to creating a supportive and positive environment for all our employees.

LWC offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

·         Medical Insurance (fully funded for full-time employees)

·         Dental Insurance (fully funded for full-time employees)

·         Vision Insurance

·         Life & Long-term Disability Insurance (fully funded for full-time employees)

·         Full time positions accrue 240 hours (6 weeks) of Personal Time Off annually

LWC is a tobacco-free and scent-free workplace.

LWC is an Equal Opportunity employer - we are committed to an Affirmative Action Program and enhancing the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, religion, creed, marital status, ancestral heritage, sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veteran status, or the presence of any physical, mental and/or sensory disability.

If accommodations are needed for participating in the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

· Four 10 hour shifts, Wednesday through Saturday, 11:30 am to 9:30 pm

Ability to commute/relocate to Bellingham, WA 98226: Reliable personal transportation is a must for this position.