Senior Case Manager

WESTCARE INC • North Highlands, CA

23h • $72,384 - $72,384 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Case Manager supervises the day-to-day functions of the STOP Program, including case management for participants released from prison substance abuse programs. The role coordinates services across agencies, supports and supervises case management staff, and oversees program documentation, reporting, hiring, evaluation, and training under the direction of the Director. The position is based in North Highlands, California, and is full time.

Requirements

• Two to three years of case management experience.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Experience with the criminal justice population and knowledge of the culture of criminality.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good documentation skills.
• Ability to obtain a prison clearance.
• Ability to pass a criminal history background screening.
• Be certified or eligible for FACT Level 1 Certification.
• Ability to multitask.
• CPR certification, First Aid certification, and an annual tuberculosis test.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare vehicle insurance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Fresno County Credentialing.
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or, if an approved medical or religious exemption is granted, weekly virus testing. The employer notes that additional requirements, including vaccinations, may be issued by relevant authorities or funders.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, physical, and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise case management for a large caseload of participants released from prison substance abuse programs.
• Audit all active participant files to ensure they are complete according to WestCare guidelines.
• Coordinate services across various agencies.
• Schedule site visits and institutional presentations.
• Supervise Community Service Coordinators (Case Managers), including accompanying them on site visits and holding weekly staff meetings.
• Prepare necessary reports.
• Travel to community-based providers.
• Hire, evaluate, and train STOP staff under the direction of the Director.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED