Case Manager, Behavior - Walnut, United States - InsideHigherEd

Description

Position Title:

Case Manager, Behavior & Wellness (American Sign Language Fluency, Possible Long-term Assignment)

Position Type:

Professional Expert - Technical Expert, Levels I-V: $ $55.00/hour

Posting Number:

T

Division:

Student Services

Department:

Health Services

Health & Welfare Benefits:

Persons employed for temporary employment are not eligible to participate in the College's Health and Welfare plan or option fringe benefit plan in conjunction with their employment. Human Resources will track the eligibility requirements under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Should a person meet the eligibility requirements, Human Resources will initiate an open enrollment period to enroll an ACA designated medical plan.

Current Work Schedule (days, hours):

Varies – 19-40 hours per week.

Open Date:

05/24/2023

Close Date:

06/30/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Inquiries/Contact::

For more details about this position, please contact:

Human Resources
E-mail:
Phone:

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

The College is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from ethnic and racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and Vietnam-era veterans. No person shall be denied employment because of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex (gender), age, sexual orientation, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics.

Our Mission: The mission of Mt. San Antonio College is to support all students in achieving their educational goals in an environment of academic excellence. Specifically, the College is committed to providing quality education, services, and workforce training so that students become productive members of a diverse, sustainable, global society. The College pledges to prepare students for lifelong learning through the mastery of basic skills, the achievement of associate degrees and certificates, and the completion of career and transfer pathways. The College will carry out this commitment by providing an engaging and supportive teaching and learning environment for students of diverse origins, experiences, needs, abilities, and goals. The College is dedicated to serving our community through improving economic achievement, advancing civic engagement, enhancing personal well-being, promoting critical thinking, and enriching aesthetic and cultural experiences.

Vision Statement: Mt. San Antonio College strives to be regarded as one of the premier community colleges in the nation. We will be viewed as a leader in community college teaching, programs, and services. As a premier community college, we will provide access to quality educational programs and services, focusing on student success within a climate of integrity and respect. We will earn this reputation by consistently exceeding the expectations of our students, our staff, and our community.

DEMOGRAPHICS
We recruit and retain quality employees who are reflective of our students and the community we serve, in addition to providing all personnel with equity and diversity training."

The District is a proud Chicanx/Latinx, and Hispanic-Serving Institution, Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and Minority Serving Institution, serving over 66,446 students based on the academic year.

The student population is as follows:

• by ethnicity – 57.02% Latinx, 9.33% White, 19.36% Asian, 2.82% Filipino, 0.23% Pacific Islander, 3.33% Black/African American, 0.28% American Indian/Alaskan Native, 2.02% two or more races and 5.61% unknown;
• by gender – 54.35% Female, 42.91% Male, 0.47% Non-Binary, 2.27% unspecified;
• and by age – 46.03% ages 19 or younger, 20.37% ages 20-24, 9.05% ages 25-29, 5.64% ages 30-34, 3.87% ages 35-39, 5.04% ages 40-49, 10% ages 50 and older.

The current employee population is as follows:

• by ethnicity – 37% Latinx, 29% White, 15% Asian, 6% Black/African American, 1% Middle Eastern or North African, 1% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, 2% Two or More Races, 9% unknown;
• by gender – 56.47% Female, 42.19% Male, 1.34% Non-Binary;
• and by age – 3.94% ages 20-29, 19.46% ages 30-39, 30.21% ages 40-49, 46.39% ages 50 and older.

The District works to create an inclusive environment that provides a safe-haven for international students, veterans, re-entry students, LGBTQIA+ students, and students of various learning styles regardless of citizenship status.

We are committed to hiring Faculty, Staff, and Management that understand how cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial, and human understanding; and provides positive role models for all students.Overview:

THIS IS A TEMPORARY, LONG-TERM, HOURLY AS NEEDED POSITION WITHOUT PERMANENT STATUS.

You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview.

DEFINITIONProvides a variety of support services for students at Mt. San Antonio College as a part of the Behavior and Wellness system of care; manages action plans to assist students with complex challenges and barriers to their success; focuses on case management in student support programs, including case management assessment, support, and linkage to needed services; participates in Behavior and Wellness case management meetings; conducts outreach to students on campus; provides mental health presentations, as needed; provides curriculum-based workshops and trainings (e.g., anger management), as needed; provides crisis management; assists in helping students enroll in Medi-Cal; may maintain a small caseload for brief psychotherapy (if licensed only); and documents and follows up to support students as they pursue individualized recommendations and/or interventions.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICSThis is a temporary Professional Expert position for a case manager who is fluent in American Sign Language and, if licensed, licensed by the state of California Board of Behavioral Sciences, with the possibility but no guarantee for a long-term assignment.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. The candidate will possess a Master's in Social Work (MSW) or a Master's degree in a related field and at least one (1) year of experience working in education, mental health, or a related field.
2. Must be fluent in American Sign Language

Licensure is not required for the position but licensure is preferred.

Application Procedure:

Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; however, applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the listed Close Date are assured consideration. Applicants must submit all of the following materials online:

1. Mt. San Antonio College online application.

2. A cover letter describing how the applicant meets the required education and experience.

3. A detailed resume that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position.

4. College and/or university transcripts showing the awarded/conferred degree.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Fluently communicates both receptively and expressively in American Sign Language.
2. Follows the system delivery protocols as outlined by the Behavior and Wellness case management system
3. Provides case management services, including case management assessment, support, and linkage for students in Student Services support programs
4. Completes referrals and coordinates care with the Behavior and Wellness Team (BWT) and BWT Case Manager/Coordinator
5. Triages situations involving threat of harm to self or others to ensure the safety of the College community, including communicating with parents, families, and/or designated emergency contacts, as appropriate
6. Provides crisis management
7. Refers and links students to on- and off-campus resources and services, and monitors and tracks individual cases and progress to promote optimal well-being and academic success
8. Consults regularly with relevant departments on campus regarding services and care to maintain strong collaborative relationships with campus partners, including Academic Counseling, ACCESS, Student Health Services, Police and Campus Safety, Student Life Office, and other areas to provide a comprehensive network of support for students in need
9. Documents all services in an electronic database in compliance with all relevant laws and campus policies
10. Records and maintains data collection, including outcome data
11. Provides support, guidance, and follow-up communication for staff who seek out case managers when they encounter students of concern, and ensures completion of BWT referrals, as appropriate
12. Prepares and delivers oral presentations and in-service trainings, as needed
13. Maintains a small caseload for brief psychotherapy (if licensed, and if assigned by manager)
14. Adheres to professional standards as outlined by all applicable laws, regulations, protocols, and rules
15. Performs other related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with counseling individuals in a work setting, counseling for domestic or sexual assault survivors including a focus on victim safety, substance abuse counseling.
2. Sensitivity to and understanding of deaf culture.

License(s) & Other Requirements:

The incumbent may periodically be required to travel to a variety of locations. If operating a vehicle, employees must have the ability to secure and maintain a valid California driver's license.

Conditions of Employment:

The person holding this position is required to be present on Mt. San Antonio College's campus to perform all essential duties and responsibilities.

Notice to all prospective employees – The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Administrative Procedure 3518, titled Child Abuse Reporting, as a condition of employment.

As required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Mt. San Antonio Community College Annual Security Report is available here: Mt. SAC Annual Security Report.

The person holding this position is considered a 'Responsible Employee' under Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 and is required to report to the College's Title IX Coordinator all relevant details reported to him or her about an incident of alleged sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence and stalking.

Conflict of Interest:

Mt. San Antonio College employees and the Board of Trustees members shall not engage in any employment or activity that is inconsistent with, incompatible with, or in conflict with Mt. San Antonio College's Administrative Procedures (AP 2710 Conflict of Interest, AP 2712 Conflict of Interest Codes).

District Rights:

We reserve the right to re-open, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.