Case Manager/MCT Dispatch

THE CITY

Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917, and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 700+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $238 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Housing & Human Services, Planning & Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation & Community Services, and Transportation.

CASE MANAGER



**Applications will be accepted until Monday, January 20, 2025 **

Please see the flyer: CASE MANGER

THE POSITION

This essential position will report to the Mental Health Clinician as well as the Division Manager while supporting a wide range of clients experiencing homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges.
The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks, or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

• Provides mental health and substance use counseling for individuals who are experiencing a mental health emergency or substance use.
• Provides street-based crisis intervention, homeless outreach, navigation, and supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges and issues with substance use.
• Counsels clients in individual and group settings to help them overcome dependencies, recover from illness and/or adjust to life and short-term situations.
• Conducts client intake and assessment, evaluating the client’s needs and resources.
• Develops and assists in implementing on-going client service plans.
• Establishes lines of communication between the Department of Mental Health, law enforcement and the community.
• Provides case management services, including referrals to community resources that will assist clients with housing programs and in addressing physical and mental health.
• Document’s client contracts and follow-up activities. Maintains case files and required reporting documentation. Enters data into the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).
• Conducts home visits for safety and health evaluations. Provides educational sessions to clients and/or community members about mental, social, health, abuse and/or available community resources.
• Performs daily wellness checks and follows up on existing clients and new referrals.
• Performs a daily safety check and routine servicing of assigned vehicles. Identifies maintenance or repair needs of assigned vehicle and reports these needs to a supervisor.
• Transports clients in a van to various locations in a safe manner and in accordance with the California Vehicle Code, observing all safety and traffic regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling, psychology, public administration, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in social work in a social service or health care setting.

Desired:

• Master’s degree in social work or Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

• Possession of a Substance Use Disorder Counseling Certification.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW Applicants who are deemed most qualified will be invited to an Oral Appraisal Interview, weighted at 100% (Tentatively scheduled during the week of February 10, 2025).

SELECTION PROCESS :

The selection process will include the following to determine suitability for the position:

• Selection Interview with the Housing and Human Services Department
• Background and Reference check, including Live Scan fingerprinting
• Medical Examination; candidates must pass a pre-placement medical examination.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.

Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, the employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
• E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency, or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of appointment.

The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.

This position is represented by Culver City Employees' Association (CCEA).

Formore detailedinformationregarding thebenefits associated with this position, click on the following link:
https://www.culvercity.org/jobs

*Refer to the ‘Salary and Benefits’ tab to view the current Benefit Summary Guide
*Refer to the ‘Rules and Resources’ tab for the applicable MOU

Closing Date/Time: 1/20/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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