Case Manager (52436)

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:

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

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  Administer agency approved assessment instruments to individuals seeking treatment services;

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

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  Work with seniors

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

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

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  May be required to conduct assessments in jails and institutions;

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

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

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  Preparation of necessary correspondence to referral sources regarding assessment outcome;

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

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  Perform any other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

Certifications/Licenses:

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  Possess or able to obtain Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card

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  Able to pass Arizona Central Registry background check

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Education:

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  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

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

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Experience and Competencies:

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

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  Intake and assessment experience is preferred;

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  Bilingual is preferred;

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  Knowledge of the criminal justice system;

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

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  Excellent communication skills;

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  Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion;

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  Ability to work well in a team environment;

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

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  Professional appearance and demeanor;

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

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

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