Addiction Case Manager-Layman Way Recovery Center Job Opening

The primary role of the Case Manager for the Layman Way Recovery Center is to provide a full assessment of case management needs, identify appropriate resources to meet those needs, linking the residents in treatment to those services, and monitoring the follow up of the implementation. The case manager will also work closely with the court system in supplying regular communication as this position will act as a liaison. The case manager will work with other treatment staff, including counselors, supervisors, and residential shift staff. This role will be responsible for ensuring a comprehensive delivery of services on behalf of the client. The Residential Rehabilitation Program has a capacity to serve 24 individuals.

The cooperative relationship between YCSP, the District Attorney’s Office and York County Government has defined the parameters of this program. Individuals found eligible for the residential rehab program are those who have been recently involved with law enforcement and placed under arrest. The root cause of the arrest can be found in the chemical dependency problem the individual has. In lieu of incarceration, individuals are screened and admitted into the residential rehab program, where they will spend 3-6 months in treatment.

This position will be responsible for supplying the majority of the case management needs for the 24 individuals in treatment. The case manager will work alongside the counseling staff in linking individuals to additional services and monitoring that progress.

DUTIES:

• Review all residential rehabilitation client files, identifying case management needs-some individuals will have multiple case management needs, others will have limited needs
• Complete and/or review already completed Bio-Psycho-Social assessment and develops a case management case plan, identifying both short and long term goals
• Works in conjunction with the assigned treatment counselor to ensure no duplication of services, no overlap, and that interventions and recommendations are individualized and specific to the resident in treatment
• Provide direct care in the form of case management which includes linking to identified resources, monitoring services received, advocating for client needs, discharge planning and follow-up.
• Supports the treatment staff in their efforts in working with residents
• Will consistently document case management services and functions in the client file
• Reports direct contact units for billing purposes as necessary
• Attends interdisciplinary treatment team meetings
• Ensure compliance with licensure requirements for agency and personally. Receives clinical supervision on a regular basis according to licensure certification requirements (1 Hour per week). Pursues an enriched and diversified professional growth and education plan as developed in conjunction with your clinical supervisor
• Participate in continuous improvement of programs and services for the agency
• Implements additional supportive services, with authorization of the clinical supervisor, in bringing in additional speakers/agencies that are thought to provide benefit to population in treatment
• Attends court appointments, prepares legal paperwork/documentation, remains in communication with probation, attorney, court system as necessary
• Engages with community agencies in team meetings and working collaboratively to attain mutual outcomes for residents in treatment
• Perform on-call duties as assigned
• Demonstrate open and honest problem and conflict resolution skills
• Present and performs in a professional manner at all times
• All other related duties as requiredPHYSICAL DEMANDS/HAZARDS:

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• This position requires walking, standing, sitting, bending, as well as lifting boxes and manipulation of equipment. It requires contact with clients/residents, volunteers, agency staff, and the public.
• This position may result in exposure to biomedical hazards (i.e. infectious disease and body waste/discharge) and contact with clients/residents who may at times in the course of their recovery become agitated and/or physically aggressive toward staff and others.
• This position requires client transportation in both agency owned and personally owned vehicles

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS: The Case Manager must have the following skills, knowledge and abilities:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the theories, techniques, and practices of mental health, substance abuse, and co-occurring integrated treatment approaches.
• Competent in providing thorough assessments and assisting client in setting both short and long term goals relating to their presenting case management issues.
• Comprehensive knowledge of community programs, agencies and organizations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, their families, fellow employees and colleagues, and community groups.
• Excellent interpersonal and writing skills required.
• Demonstration of solid team work approach

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• MHRTc certified preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field
• Previous experience working as a case manager
• Demonstrated knowledge of local resources
• CPR and first aid certified

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $14.75 to $15.00 /hour

Experience:

• case management: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License:

• drivers (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Preferred)

Benefits offered:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
• Other types of insurance
• Education assistance or tuition reimbursement