Case Manager

WESTCARE ARIZONA I INC; Bullhead City (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Arizona I Inc. is seeking a qualified professional to provide mental health and substance abuse services in Bullhead City, AZ.

The role involves collaborating with counselors to assess and support clients diagnosed with substance use disorders or mental illness. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health or counseling, with a preference for bilingual capability and experience in intake, assessments, and program eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must possess Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card.
• Able to pass Arizona Central Registry background check.
• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health and/or substance use counseling or equivalent experience.
• Associates with behavioral health major and/or working toward a degree with qualifying experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assessments and evaluations to determine level of service.
• Administer approved assessment instruments for treatment.
• Prepare induction packets and verify program eligibility.
• Coordinate entry of clients into the program and communicate with agencies.
• Deliver presentations and seminars on WestCare's services.
• Possibly conduct assessments in jails or institutions.
• Respond to inquiries about program information.
• Coordinate transportation of new clients from jail facilities.
• Prepare correspondence to referral sources about assessments.
• Uphold WestCare Foundation mission and ethics; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (preferred)

ASAM knowledge

Team player

Criminal justice knowledge

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's in Behavioral Health or counseling

Associates with behavioral health major

High school diploma + 2 years college

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Safehouse - Bullhead City, AZ 86442


• Position Type: Full Time


• Education Level: 2 Year Degree


• Salary Range: $21.50 - $21.50 Hourly


• Travel Percentage: Up to 25%


• Job Shift: Any

Position Summary

Person in this position will work in collaboration with a mental health/substance abuse counselor to provide mental health & substance abuse services to patients/clients of WestCare who have been diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder, a mental illness or both.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide direct assessments and evaluations of clients in order to determine appropriate level of service required;


• Administer agency approved assessment instruments to individuals seeking treatment services;


• Complete induction packets and obtain all necessary documentation and verification of program eligibility;


• Work with seniors


• Coordinate the entry of clients into the program with all agency program components;


• Give presentations, speeches and seminars regarding WestCare's services as assigned;


• May be required to conduct assessments in jails and institutions;


• Responsible for answering verbal and written inquiries from prospective clients requesting program information;


• Coordinate transportation of new clients from various jail facilities to the agency;


• Preparation of necessary correspondence to referral sources regarding assessment outcome;


• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; and


• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certifications/Licenses:




• Possess or able to obtain Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card


• Able to pass Arizona Central Registry background check




• Education:




• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health and/or substance use counseling; or an Associates degree with a behavioral health major and/or substance use counseling or working towards a degree with comparable years of qualifying experience


• High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of college-level education is required.




• Experience and Competencies:




• Two (2) years of experience in providing direct counseling services to persons with alcohol and/or drug problems is preferred;


• Intake and assessment experience is preferred;


• Bilingual is preferred;


• Knowledge of the criminal justice system;


• Must have knowledge of the ASAM Assessment system, 1 year experience preferred;


• Excellent communication skills;


• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion;


• Ability to work well in a team environment;


• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality;


• Professional appearance and demeanor;


• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required;


• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test.