Behavioral Health Case Manager

ZipRecruiter; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Case Manager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. This role involves comprehensive case management, advocacy, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure patients receive the best possible care. Join a passionate team committed to providing quality health services in a supportive environment, where your expertise will foster positive change in the community. With a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional growth, this position offers a rewarding career path for those looking to make a difference.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan with Matching

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field required.
• Experience with populations with mental health and substance use issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health counseling and case management services.
• Collaborate with providers and community services for patient support.

Skills

Behavioral Health Counseling

Case Management

Advocacy

Substance Use Disorder Knowledge

Mental Health Support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

CADC certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Job Description

Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day — Join Our Team as a Behavioral Health Case Manager at Crusader!

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a direct service position with Crusader Community Health (CCH) that provides services in the clinic and in the community within the context of the Integrated Primary Care model. The Behavioral Health Case Manager works with patients (children, adolescents, adults) with behavioral health needs, including mental health, substance use, and psychosocial issues. The Case Manager collaborates with providers, patients, families, specialty services, community entities, and managed care organizations. Responsibilities include comprehensive case management, behavioral health counseling and education, skills training and support for patients and families, health promotion, transitional care, advocacy, linkage, coordination, collaboration, and referrals to community services and agencies. This position reports to the Chair of Behavioral Health.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in a human services field (psychology, social work, sociology, nursing, human development, or family services) from an accredited college/university required.
2. Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related Human Service field preferred.
3. Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CADC) certification or successful completion of CADC certification required.
4. Previous experience working with populations with substance use disorders required.
5. Previous experience working with populations with mental health issues required.
6. Case management or care management experience required.
7. Experience in ambulatory care preferred.
8. Experience with Electronic Health Records preferred.

Crusader Community Health serves the Rock River Valley area with quality primary health care for all in need. The comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness Coverage, company-paid Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, paid Holidays, Personal Days, and 18 days of accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) in the first year, along with continuing medical education time and reimbursement. Employees may also enroll in the CCH 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching after one year of service.

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Crusader Community Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, family responsibilities, reproductive health rights, or any other protected status under law.