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Case Manager (52436)

WestCare Foundation

Bullhead City, AZFull-time$21.5/hrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$21.5/hr
Location
Bullhead City, AZ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance CardCPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationValid Driver's License

Job overview

WestCare Foundation is hiring a Case Manager (52436). The Case Manager collaborates with a mental health/substance abuse counselor to provide assessment, evaluation, and coordination of services for WestCare clients diagnosed with substance use disorders or mental illness, handling intake, documentation, transportation, and presentations while embodying the organization’s mission and values.

Key focus areas include Provide direct assessments and evaluations of clients, Administer agency approved assessment instruments, and Complete induction packets and verify program eligibility.

Important skills include Direct Assessments, Evaluations, Administer Assessment Instruments, Complete Induction Packets, Obtain Documentation, and Verification Of Program Eligibility. Preferred (not required): Intake And Assessment Experience and Bilingual.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Direct AssessmentsEvaluationsAdminister Assessment InstrumentsComplete Induction PacketsObtain DocumentationVerification of Program EligibilityWork With SeniorsCoordinate Client EntryGive PresentationsConduct Assessments in Jails and InstitutionsAnswer Verbal and Written InquiriesCoordinate TransportationPrepare CorrespondenceKnowledge of Criminal Justice SystemASAM Assessment SystemExcellent Communication SkillsExercise Good JudgmentDiscretionWork Well in a Team EnvironmentAdherence to Ethical ConductConfidentialityProfessional Appearance and DemeanorIntake and Assessment ExperienceBilingual

Qualifications

Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance CardArizona Central Registry Background CheckBachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health and/or Substance Use Counseling or Associate's Degree With Behavioral Health Major and/or Substance Use Counseling or Working Towards a Degree With Comparable Years of Qualifying ExperienceHigh School Diploma or EquivalentTwo Years of College-Level EducationValid Driver's LicenseAbility to Obtain and Maintain WestCare's Vehicle InsuranceCPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationAnnual Tuberculosis TestTwo Years of Experience in Providing Direct Counseling Services to Persons With Alcohol and/or Drug ProblemsOne Year ASAM Assessment System Experience

Full job description

Salary Range $21.50 - $21.50 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Job Shift Any

Education Level 2 Year Degree

Travel Percentage Up to 25%

Description

Position Summary:

Person in this position will work in collaboration with a mental health/substance abuse counselor to provide mental health & substance abuse services to patients/clients of WestCare who have been diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder, a mental illness or both.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Provide direct assessments and evaluations of clients in order to determine appropriate level of service required;

  • Administer agency approved assessment instruments to individuals seeking treatment services;

  • Complete induction packets and obtain all necessary documentation and verification of program eligibility;

  • Work with seniors

  • Coordinate the entry of clients into the program with all agency program components;

  • Give presentations, speeches and seminars regarding WestCare's services as assigned;

  • May be required to conduct assessments in jails and institutions;

  • Responsible for answering verbal and written inquiries from prospective clients requesting program information;

  • Coordinate transportation of new clients from various jail facilities to the agency;

  • Preparation of necessary correspondence to referral sources regarding assessment outcome;

  • Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; and

  • Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

Certifications/Licenses:

  • Possess or able to obtain Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card

  • Able to pass Arizona Central Registry background check

Education:

  • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health and/or substance use counseling; or an Associates degree with a behavioral health major and/or substance use counseling or working towards a degree with comparable years of qualifying experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of college-level education is required.

Experience and Competencies:

  • Two (2) years of experience in providing direct counseling services to persons with alcohol and/or drug problems is preferred;

  • Intake and assessment experience is preferred;

  • Bilingual is preferred;

  • Knowledge of the criminal justice system;

  • Must have knowledge of the ASAM Assessment system, 1 year experience preferred;

  • Excellent communication skills;

  • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion;

  • Ability to work well in a team environment;

  • Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality;

  • Professional appearance and demeanor;

  • Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required;

  • CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test.

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