Mental Health & SUD Case Manager- Outpatient Treatment Center

Job description

Montare Behavioral Health is currently hiring a Case Manager for our Mental Health and Substance Use Outpatient Treatment Program!

nThe Case Manager provides direct support and care coordination for clients receiving outpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorder diagnoses. The Case Manager assists clients with treatment engagement, discharge planning, connecting to community resources, life skills and goal development, while supporting a safe, structured, and therapeutic treatment environment.

nThis role works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team to help clients build stability, increase independence, and successfully transition to lower levels of care and community living.

nEssential Duties:

nnSupport clients with scheduling appointments, transportation coordination, housing and employment resources, and other psychosocial needs

nCoordinate care and maintain regular communication with clients, families, referral sources, outside providers, and community agencies

nAssist clients with developing and progressing toward individualized treatment goals

nSupport clients in developing independent living skills, healthy coping strategies, and community reintegration skills

nFacilitate discharge planning, aftercare coordination, and linkage to community resources

nMaintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic medical record

nParticipate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and provide client updates

nProvide psychoeducation, support, advocacy, and encouragement to clients 

nAssist in crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary

nFacilitate groups as needed

nCollaborate with the treatment team including therapists, medical providers, nursing and direct care staff 

nParticipate in ongoing trainings, supervision, and quality improvement initiatives

n nnQualifications:

nnOne year full-time Case Management experience working directly with clients with mental health and substance use disorder diagnoses, preferably in a treatment setting.

nCADC (or equivalent substance abuse counseling certificate); or RADT with all education and supervision hour requirements for counseling certification close to being met, required.  

nKnowledge of and belief in the principles of client centered treatment.

nDemonstrated ability to work independently and as a team player.

nExcellent oral and written communication skills.

nDemonstrate professionalism and maintain strong boundaries with all clients and staff. 

nMust be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.

nValid driver's license.

n nBenefits:

nRenewal Health group, offers competitive salaries for all positions. Regular employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for:

nnMedical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.

nReimbursement for licensing fees

nEducation assistance

nEmployee referral bonus

nHealthcare Flexible spending account with $250 company contribution for Full time employees

n Paid vacation, sick leave, 6 paid holidays, jury duty pay

nEmployee Assistance Program

n401(k) retirement plan with 4% dollar for dollar match to employees who work a minimum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

n nHiring Requirements:

nnHiring is contingent upon completion of a Background Check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.

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Worksite address

los angeles, CA, 90079, US

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