Case Manager (Part-time)

Outreach Development Corp.•Brentwood, NY

14h•$24 - $30

About The Position

The Case Manager delivers care coordination services to a population with a history of substance abuse and serves as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. The role includes case management, crisis intervention, advocacy, support-group facilitation, and coordination with service providers and relevant agencies. The Case Manager also supports clients with practical needs and workforce-related barriers, maintains required schedules and records, and follows the agency’s Medicaid compliance plan and accountability systems.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience working with clients with substance abuse disorders.
At least 1 year of experience working with adolescents with co-occurring and mental health problems.

Nice To Haves

CASAC-T, CASAC, or higher preferred.
Experience working in an OASAS-funded facility is a plus.
Commitment to providing quality services and outcome-driven performance measures.
Excellent organizational and management skills, including the ability to coach staff, manage and develop high-performance clinicians, and set and achieve program objectives.
Strong networking and public-relations skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders, populations, and cultures.
Action-oriented, adaptable, and innovative approach to program planning.
Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

Provide case management and crisis intervention to coordinate treatment services, support workforce initiatives, promote access to transitional support services, and help clients address sanctions and barriers to employment and self-sufficiency.
Facilitate support groups, such as life-skills groups.
Advocate on behalf of clients to obtain needed services.
Coordinate with agencies and systems such as DSS, probation, and courts, and assist clients in meeting mandates.
Provide ongoing case management related to housing, transportation, childcare, food, and other needs.
Conduct toxicology tests as needed.
Maintain communication and treatment planning with direct service providers and Suffolk County vocational service providers.
Submit weekly schedules, obtain prior approval for off-site activities, and monitor and enhance effective use of time.
Attend and participate in staff and community meetings as appropriate.
Provide crisis intervention, group-work services, and backup coverage as needed.
Maintain computer skills appropriate to the level needed for effective job performance.
Deliver quality care in accordance with the agency Medicaid Compliance Plan and accountability systems.
Report violations or non-compliance with the agency Medicaid Compliance Plan or personnel policies and procedures through the compliance officer and/or supervisory structure.
Work toward role-specific production and outcome goals, which may be measured by numbers or outcomes within specified time frames and discussed during the annual evaluation.
Perform other duties as assigned.