ACT Care Manager - Adams/Denver County

Paragon•Lakewood, CO

120d•$2,644 - $3,125•Hybrid

About The Position

Paragon Behavioral Health Connections is a comprehensive behavioral health organization dedicated to positively impacting individuals and families through compassionate, client-centered care. We offer community-based and in-home services, meeting clients where they are physically and emotionally to provide the right support at the right time. Our services span across Colorado, providing equitable and creative "one-stop" behavioral health solutions including in-home mental health and substance use treatment, crisis stabilization, early childhood support, intensive outpatient programs, assertive community treatment, medication management, and wrap-around support. Our vision is to empower individuals and families with complex needs to overcome challenges, build essential skills, and access resources for long-term well-being. We serve youth with specialized treatment for depression, trauma, behavioral challenges, and family conflict, as well as adults with intensive care management, ACT, integrated co-occurring IOP, individual and family therapy, medication management (including MAT), case management, peer support, supported employment/housing, and recovery services for mental health and substance use disorders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field (required).
Minimum one year of relevant experience in behavioral health and/or case management (required).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Understanding of HIPAA, confidentiality, and protected health information.
High level of independence, time management, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Commitment to cultural awareness, equity, and working with diverse populations.
Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
Familiarity with motivational interviewing.
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Must live in or near the community served.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions and/or ACT teams is strongly preferred.
Experience with housing navigation is a plus
Spanish-speaking/bilingual candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct brief initial behavioral health screenings to determine eligibility and treatment needs.
Offer immediate, non-clinical de-escalation, ensure safety, and coordinate with clinical team or crisis services.
Lead or co-facilitate structured groups focused on skill-building (e.g., coping skills, communication, goal setting), based on approved curriculum.
Co-facilitate or lead non-clinical groups and individual client support focused on education, relapse prevention, or targeted care management support under supervision.
Collaborate in a shared caseload model to ensure consistent care for clients across the team.
Support clients in developing and achieving treatment goals using motivational interviewing and strengths-based practices.
Offer assistance with activities of daily living, skill building, and developing home routines that foster independence and stability.
Provide individual and/or group Outpatient Restoration Services (Education and Case management) with clients that have been deemed incompetent by the Court.
Coordinate and navigate social service systems such as Medicaid/Medicare, housing supports, and Medicaid waivers.
Maintain thorough documentation of all service-related contacts.
Develop service and transition plans in collaboration with clients.
Provide community-based services in natural settings, supporting clients in real-life environments.
Apply ACT principles such as assertive engagement, integrated care, and a no-dropout approach.
Assist clients with navigating housing systems, including completing applications for subsidized housing, transitional housing, or supportive housing programs.
Collaborate with team members to identify barriers to housing, such as credit issues, criminal history, or lack of documentation, and develop plans to address them.
Provide accompaniment to housing appointments or inspections, when necessary, to support client self-advocacy and engagement.