Behavioral Health Case Manager — Recovery-Focused Team

Community Support Services; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with 5% employer contribution

10 paid holidays and 15+ days of PTO

Life insurance and short- and long‑knd

Job summary

Community Support Services is hiring a Case Manager in Akron, OH. This full-time role focuses on enhancing clinical services by offering practical help, teaching recovery-based skills, and coordinating ISPs to meet client goals.

The position requires LSW/LPC licensure, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and strong organizational and communication abilities, with opportunities to work within a collaborative team dedicated to recovery-oriented care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an LSW or LPC licensure.
• Prior experience in case management with individuals with severe mental illness preferred.
• A car and a valid Ohio driver’s license and insurability through the Agency’s insurance carrier required.
• Belief in CSS’s recovery-centered mission.
• Ability to build positive relationships with individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse challenges.
• Ability to assess strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.
• Excellent organizational, attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.
• Time management and deadline adherence.
• Advocacy-oriented negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of community resources and access procedures.

Responsibilities

• Serve on a team of Case Managers, Recovery Specialists, and medical staff; attend team meetings.
• Monitor and coordinate evaluations and assessments to identify client needs.
• Assist clients to identify and minimize psychiatric symptoms and enable self-management.
• Develop an Interdisciplinary Service Plan (ISP) with necessary services to reach objectives.
• Connect clients with community resources to build coping skills.
• Help clients grow social support networks of relatives, friends, and volunteers.
• Accompany clients to appointments and assist with daily living skills.
• Maintain relevant documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Advocacy

Education

LSW or LPC licensure

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Community Support Services is hiring a Case Manager in Akron, OH. This full-time role focuses on enhancing clinical services by offering practical help, teaching recovery-based skills, and coordinating ISPs to meet client goals.

The position requires LSW/LPC licensure, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and strong organizational and communication abilities, with opportunities to work within a collaborative team dedicated to recovery-oriented care.