Case Manager

Oaks Integrated Care • Montclair Twp, NJ

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Case Manager works in an addictions-based program serving adults age 18 and older who have a substance use disorder (SUD) and/or co-occurring mental health and substance disorders (COD). The program is located in Montclair, Essex County, New Jersey. The role supports clients with concrete resource needs, care coordination, recovery planning, and access to services. It also involves working directly with clients participating in the Contingency Management and Other Strategies for the Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorders Program.

The position is full-time, with three-day shifts from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., evening shifts from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., or Saturday shifts from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The listed salary is $41,500 per year. The Case Manager works as part of a multidisciplinary team and maintains relationships with treatment facilities, acute care centers, community resources, and stakeholders in Essex County.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience working with high-needs individuals in a behavioral health setting.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Must complete pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to provide person-centered, family-centered, and trauma-informed care.
• Understanding of and commitment to supporting recovery and resiliency.
• Ability to assess and interpret information related to the population served.
• Knowledge of symptoms of the disability or disorder and ability to recognize symptom exacerbation.
• General understanding of treatment needs.
• Knowledge of available treatment resources and their appropriate use.
• Population-specific communication skills.
• Understanding of care coordination.
• General knowledge of housing subsidies and their management.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management assessments addressing social support, treatment needs, finances, transportation, legal services, and health care.
• Coordinate services with family, vocational and housing specialists, and peer supports as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Help people with substance use and co-occurring disorders obtain concrete resources and coordinate care when they are not eligible for other case management services.
• Work directly with clients participating in the Contingency Management and Other Strategies for the Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorders Program.
• Maintain strong working relationships with Essex County treatment facilities, acute care centers, resources, and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement person-centered individual recovery plans that identify priorities, desired outcomes, and strategies and resources for achieving those outcomes.
• Train clients to recognize relapse triggers and use strategies to avoid relapse.
• Determine the type and frequency of services desired by the person served and provide services responsive to individual needs.
• Use engagement skills to motivate and encourage individuals to voluntarily access services that support a healthy lifestyle.
• Advocate on behalf of individuals and provide a holistic experience.
• Document all consumer sessions and outreach thoroughly and promptly in the ECR.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and individual supervision in accordance with agency standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision plan
• Retirement plan
• Flexible spending plans
• Excellent time benefits for qualified positions
• Opportunity for personal and career growth, including supervision toward professional licensure for eligible candidates
• Team-oriented environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level