Community Case Manager

We encourage all Military Veterans to apply!

LWC is seeking a Case Manager to join the Community Program. The CCM (Community Case Manager) is a full time position working with adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses. The CCM is responsible for providing case management services.

Starting wage of $24.20/hr is for minimal qualifications - Offer may increase with applicable additional experience. Must be 21 or older to apply.

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.

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

Employment contingent on successful WA State DSHS background check and interstate 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 including:

• Medical Insurance (100% Agency funded for full-time employees)
• Dental Insurance (100% Agency funded for full-time employees)
• Vision Insurance (100% Agency funded for full-time employees)
• Life & Long-term Disability Insurance (100% Agency funded for full-time employees)
• Full-time employees accrue 240 hours (6 Weeks) of Paid Time Off annually.
• Annual base pay increases

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 visit www.lwrtc.org to download and complete our application packet.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Bellingham, WA 98225 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bellingham, WA 98225: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person