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• Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected organizations in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. Our GA Community Action Treatment (CAT) program is recruiting for a Case Manager. Program is located in Region 1 and 2 (near Cherokee county and surrounding areas).

• In 2025, Benchmark Human Services celebrates 65 Years of Stories! Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

DESCRIPTION

Georgia Community Action Treatment (CAT) is intended to be a safe and effective alternative for children with serious behavioral health conditions that are creating crisis in the family. Upon successful completion, the family should have the skills and support system needed to maintain improvements made during services. The goals of the CAT program are to

• Strengthen the family and support systems for youth and your adults to assist them to live successfully in the community;
• Decrease out – of – home placements, including psychiatric hospitalizations and Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) involvement;
• Improve family and youth functioning;
• Decrease substance use and abuse;
• Transition into age - appropriate services; and
• Increase health and wellness.

BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Remote work
• Mileage reimbursement
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee discounts with various vendors
• Advancement opportunities

RESPONSIBILITES

• Develop and implement individualized case management plan focusing on the identified needs from the clinician’s report
• Provide required weekly face-to-face visits with each child in the home. This minimum will be completed regardless of any case management or therapeutic activities during the week.
• Assist with developing a budget with family unit to ensure they can meet concrete needs of the household.
• Ensure proper referrals and linkages are made to required services including, but not limited to, mental health services, counseling, tutoring, spiritual, medical, financial, vocational, substance abuse, educational, etc.
• Assist family unit with ensuring essential bills are paid and linkage to funding assistance programs are secured. This includes rent, utilities, transportation, food, pharmacy, day care, etc.
• Ensure that safety standards continue to be met and that family protective measures are intact.
• Participate in on-call rotation to ensure safety needs of family unit are addressed 24/7.
• Complete all required daily, weekly, and monthly paperwork within guidelines established by Department of Children Services (DFCS) and Benchmark.
• Attend all required Benchmark, DFCS, and other required external meetings.
• Follow Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliant guidelines regarding communication and paperwork requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree from a fully accredited university. Professional degrees accepted in the following disciplines: psychology, sociology, mental health, social work, counseling, or any other discipline within human services health field.
• Child welfare experience
• Two years of experience working as a case manager.

• If interested apply online at BenchmarkHS.com and select Careers – Open Positions.

• Benchmark Human Services is an EOE / Affirmative Action Employer. Veterans, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Benchmark has provided services for 65 years. Learn more about our 65th anniversary celebration: 65 Years of Stories.