Case Manager/Mental Health Technician Job at Ocean County College
This position works directly with students who come to or are referred to the Counseling Center, prioritizing the needs of the student through an initial assessment. This position will serve as the first line intervention for students and will connect students with Counselors according to priority and urgency. Responds to faculty, staff and students who communicate with or come to the Counseling Center.
Classification: Non-Affiliated Administrator
Staff Duration: Full Time 12 months
2. Assists Counselors with case management and projects including academically at-risk students, recovery and prevention programs; facilitates communications between Counselors and Students (email; telephone calls, correspondence, etc.).
3. Receives and appropriately disseminates crisis reports to Counselors; assists Security, Counselors with connection with PESS for in-depth evaluation; follows up with students after PESS evaluation and/or hospitalization.
4. Responds to CARE reports and consults with CARE Team as well as other assigned reports in an accurate and timely manner; utilizes current software including Titanium to fulfill the technology requirements of the position and adjusts to new technologies as they evolve.
5. Maintains community referral network and associated communication venues (webpage, printed material, etc.)
6. Develops, coordinates, and/or conducts seminars on mental health and wellness topics; assists, organizes and coordinates presentations, speakers and events by staff and external experts; assists counselors with these events as assigned
7. Attends and participates in staff meetings, required training, etc. as designated.
8. Assists Director with administrative functions related to Counseling Center operations and procedures; updates procedures manual; participates in the evaluation of Center processes; recommends changes as appropriate
10. Related duties as assigned
2. Three years of prior client service experience of which two years involved working in a community, government, social service, or similar environment that required the ability to balance multiple simultaneous demands in a fast-paced work environment.
3. Ability to communicate effectively and handle high pressure urgent situations of medium to high risk
4. One year of prior team, program or project leadership experience.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and other related technology required to perform the duties of the position; ability to prepare detailed reports, communications and documents.
2. Possession of an NJLAC, LSW or another related licensure
3. Experience with at-risk populations, especially in education settings
4. Experience providing brief therapeutic interventions
5. Experience providing crisis assessment and support services for high-risk clients
Ocean County College offers the following benefits to full-time Non-Affiliated Administrators:
Personal Time Off:
OCC offers generous time off every fiscal year. Mid-year appointments will receive a prorated share of allotted time off.
Vacation: Twenty-five (25) Days
Sick: Twelve (12) Days
Holidays: Fourteen (14) College Recognized Holidays
Pension Benefits:
Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. Depending on the position and NJ State review, the participating pension will be the Alternate Benefit Program (ABP), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), or the Defined Contribution Plan (DCRP).
Benefits:
Medical: OCC offers its employees several health insurance options through the NJ State Health Benefit Program as a local education employer. All employees are required to contribute to the cost of their health benefits under Chapter 78, P.L. 2011. To view the cost of contribution calculator, plan coverage, and more information hb-active-sehbp.shtml
Dental: The College offers dental insurance through Horizon Dental with three plan options. All single coverage levels are at no cost to the employee.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
Our generous flexible spending program allows you to deduct pre-tax dollars which can be used for co-pays, deductibles, dental, and dependent care.
OCC offers tuition reimbursement to accredited credit and certificate programs, as well as OCC credit tuition waiver and non-credit course reimbursement for employees and their eligible dependents.
Employee Assistance Program:
OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.
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