Case Worker - BH Specialized Services - (Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm)

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Case Worker - BH Specialized Services - (Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm) 101 Truman Medical Center Job LocationUH Behavioral Health Kansas City, Missouri Department UHBH Grants and Special Contracts Position Type Full time Work Schedule 8:00AM - 4:30PM Hours Per Week 40 Job Description

Your Day-to-Day

• Be a Life-Changer: Provide life-changing support that helps clients regain control of their emotional, social, and financial wellbeing. Your interventions will help them build self-confidence and emotional resilience.
• Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic client care. You'll be at the heart of a supportive, multicultural environment where everyone has a voice.
• Be the Guide: Help clients navigate the complexities of life by connecting them with local resources, support networks, and services. You'll be a beacon of guidance, helping them access everything from financial aid to community groups.
• Problem-Solving Extraordinaire: Utilize your creativity to design personalized treatment plans that are as unique as your clients. You'll combine skill-building with compassion to help clients break through barriers.
• Crisis Management Hero: In times of crisis, you'll be there with the right tools and support to guide your clients through tough moments and resolve challenges with empathy and expertise.
• Promote Wellness: You'll work tirelessly to help clients achieve wellness across all aspects of their lives-spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, and socially.
• Advocate for Change: Be the voice for clients who may be struggling with legal, financial, or societal challenges. Your advocacy will help them overcome obstacles and thrive.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Relevant Background : A degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a similar field-or a solid combo of education and real-world experience.
• Great with People : You're a strong communicator, active listener, and know how to build trust and motivate others.
• Natural Leader : You support your team, share what you know, and help lift others up.
• Culturally Aware : You're at ease working with people from all walks of life and committed to creating inclusive spaces.
• Adaptable : Things change fast in this field, and you're ready to roll with it-thinking on your feet and solving problems creatively.
• Ready to Drive (If Needed) : For roles that involve driving, you'll meet all the safety and compliance standards.
• Growth-Minded : Especially in Employment Services, you're ready to earn your Benefits Planning certification within a year. Learning is your thing.
• Field-Ready : You'll be out in the community, meeting people where they are-homes, centers, or drop-in spaces. Flexibility is key.
• Organized & On Point : You keep paperwork and compliance in check, so nothing slips through the cracks.
• Always Learning : From onboarding to leadership training, you're excited to grow and keep leveling up.

Bonus If You...

• Speak "Culture" Fluently : You're skilled at working across cultural lines and making everyone feel seen and respected.
• Love the Open Road : If driving is part of the role, you take safety seriously and know your way around compliance.
• Are a Lifelong Learner : Always up for adding a new skill or certification to your toolkit.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At University Health, we're committed to fostering an environment of growth, inclusivity, and support. You'll work in a dynamic, compassionate atmosphere where your contributions matter, and you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of those you support. Plus, you'll be part of a team that believes in wellness, not just for clients but for our staff as well.