Case Manager

Resources for Human Development•Brick Township, NJ

4d•$0 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Case Manager identifies resources needed to address program participants’ individualized needs and supports implementation of their service treatment plans. The role advocates for access to needed services, identifies program needs and service gaps, recommends strategies, and connects participants with community resources. The Case Manager works from a holistic, team-based, recovery-oriented, and values-driven perspective. The position provides community-based behavioral health services throughout the program’s service-delivery area and collaborates with participants, clinical and medical professionals, community providers, and other stakeholders. Regular local travel is required, including driving participants to appointments and other approved service-related destinations. The position is full-time, with schedules of Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. or 11 a.m.–7 p.m., or Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. or 8 a.m.–4 p.m. It pays $20.40 per hour and reports to the Program Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field.
At least two years of general work experience providing support to individuals receiving behavioral health, addiction recovery, or behavioral health home services.
Intermediate computer skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to travel throughout the program’s service-delivery area.
Ability to transport program participants to appointments as required.
Able to work independently in community-based settings.
Professional communication and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of case management experience.

Responsibilities

Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team providing holistic, values-based services.
Assist with developing and reviewing individualized recovery plans with participants, clinical and medical staff, and other participant-identified stakeholders.
Help determine the resources and services needed to support participants’ individualized goals.
Advocate for participants’ access to appropriate services and supports.
Identify program needs and service gaps and recommend strategies to address them.
Develop and maintain productive relationships with community agencies.
Connect participants with available community resources and services.
Provide community-based services and educate participants about available services, supports, and resources.
Assist participants in making meaningful connections in their communities and support progress toward recovery-plan goals.
Transport participants to appointments and other approved service-related destinations as required.
Complete assessments, service documentation, and other records accurately and within required timeframes.
Maintain documentation in accordance with RHD requirements and applicable funder, licensing, and accreditation standards.
Participate in program planning, coordination, and service-review activities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.