Case Manager - Post Arrest Diversion (PAD)

Louisville, KY
Full Time
Post-Arrest Diversion
Mid Level
Agency Overview:
Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville. Serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community, Wellspring is a pillar of hope. We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, supporting housing, & employment services. We believe recovery is possible for all people with psychiatric disabilities and our recovery-oriented programming incorporates person-centered care & utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach. 

Wellspring’s success depends on our highly qualified and dedicated staff. We hire individuals who are committed to excellent service to our clients, to each other, and to the community. We value diversity, equity, & inclusion and encourage all people to apply! 

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Case Manager - Post Arrest Diversion (PAD):

Wellspring is seeking a full-time Case Manager (PAD) to assist clients in gaining access to needed medical, psychiatric, substance use disorder services, mainstream benefits, obtaining IDs, housing, peer recovery services, social, employment and other services while helping clients successfully navigate the criminal legal system.

The Case Manager (CM) develops and revises comprehensive needs assessments with individualized care plans. The CM refers and links the individual to needed services, monitors and provides follow-up regarding the efficacy of services and advocates for services/service quality.

Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Human Services, or related degree.
  • Must have one year of full-time employment working directly with adults with a serious mental illness (SMI) and/or with justice-involved adults.
Special Skills and Other Requirements:
  • Strong ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with adults with a serious mental illness, colleagues and agency/community providers.
  • Knowledge of recovery-based case management for adults with SMI and Co-occurring Disorders.
  • Consistently demonstrates a strong respect for the dignity of all individuals. Working knowledge of community resources and ability to facilitate coordination activities. 
Salary: $45,000 - $50,000

Shift/Schedule: Day shift

Conditions of Employment:
  • This position requires clearances of state and federal background checks, multiple abuse/sex offender registries, and clearance of exclusion lists prior to employment.
  • Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening.  This position is a part of an annual, random drug-testing program.
  • Must have access to a personal, registered, and insured vehicle to transport clients and to travel between client locations and related appointments.
  • Must possess a valid, active driver's license in good standing.
Benefits That Support You (Not Just Your Job):
At Wellspring, we know you can’t take care of others if you’re not supported yourself. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to protect your health, support your life outside of work, and give you the freedom to focus on what matters most: helping people recover and thrive.

The Benefit That's Hard to Find:
One of the biggest reasons our employees stay at Wellspring is something harder to list on a benefits sheet: you can actually make and see your impact here.  We pride ourselves in being large enough to make a difference and small enough that your voice matters.  Being a mission-driven nonprofit with a collaborative culture, employees have the ability to:
  • Work autonomously
  • Advocate for clients
  • Implement ideas quickly by working closely with those who can make fast decisions
  • Focus on care rather than bureaucracy
In other words, less red tape and more meaningful work.

Health:
  • Medical insurance with employer contributions
  • Dental and vision coverage fully paid for employees (single premium only) 
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) to help offset medical expenses 
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care 
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for confidential support and resources
Financial Security:
  • 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4%
  • Employer-paid basic and voluntary life insurance/AD&D for employee (employee-paid spouse and children options available) 
  • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage 
Time to Recharge:
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) starting after 90 days of employment
  • 9 paid holidays
Support for the Work You Do:
  • Free access to courses that offer continuing education credits to help maintain licensure
  • Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
  • Collaborative culture where staff ideas are heard and can quickly translate into improvements
  • Free downtown parking
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