Care Coordinator - Full Time

Gaudenzia•Crownsville, MD

About The Position

The Care Coordinator provides case management, discharge planning, and care coordination for individuals transitioning from ASAM Level 3 residential substance use disorder treatment programs (3.7, 3.5, 3.3, and 3.1). The role manages a caseload and helps clients address difficult or complex barriers by connecting them with appropriate community resources. The position may include providing intake services; preparing reports, treatment plans, and discharge or continuing-care plans; maintaining records in client databases and electronic health records; coordinating client groups; and generating referrals and aftercare plans. Work follows established regulations, policies, and procedures, while requiring considerable initiative and independent judgment. Assignments are reviewed by the Program Director, Program Supervisor, or Clinical Supervisor. Gaudenzia provides comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions. The organization describes its workplace as inclusive and supportive, and offers competitive pay, benefits, on-the-job training, upward mobility, and educational assistance.

Requirements

At least an associate degree in a human services field or full certification as an Addictions Counselor.
Experience requirements vary by qualification: five years with an associate degree, three years with a bachelor's degree, two years with a master's degree, or five years with Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) certification.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in a human services field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide case management services, discharge planning, and care coordination for individuals transitioning from ASAM Level 3 residential substance use disorder treatment programs (3.7, 3.5, 3.3, and 3.1).
Manage a caseload and help clients address difficult or complex barriers by connecting them with appropriate community resources.
Provide intake services to clients.
Prepare reports, treatment plans, discharge plans, and continuing-care plans.
Maintain necessary records in client databases and electronic health records.
Coordinate the activities of one or more client groups.
Generate referrals and aftercare plans.
Exercise initiative and independent judgment while working in accordance with established regulations, policies, and procedures.