Case Manager

Westcare; North Highlands (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Westcare in North Highlands, California, is seeking a Case Manager to manage a large caseload of participants in the STOP Program. The role requires a strong understanding of the criminal justice system and the ability to maintain high documentation standards. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience with this population and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities include coordination of services and travel to community-based providers. A valid driver’s license and ability to maintain compliance with insurance are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience working with the criminal justice population.
• One year case management experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Case management of a large caseload of participants released from prison.
• Provide heavy documentation and coordinate various services.
• Travel to Community Based Providers.

Skills

Knowledge of the criminal justice system

Excellent language and interpersonal skills

Superior organizational skills and attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Good documentation skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited four-year college

High School diploma or its equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Person in this position will be responsible for the case management of a large caseload of participants in the STOP Program. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Case management of a large caseload of participants released from prison substance abuse programs.
• Heavy documentation.
• Coordination of various services throughout several agencies.
• Travel to Community Based Providers in personal vehicle.
• In-prison presentations.
• Parole collaboration.
• Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Experience and Competencies

• Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
• Excellent language and interpersonal skills.
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good documentation skills.
• 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.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CDCR Clearance.
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
• During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience working with the criminal justice population.
• One (1) year case management experience is preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.
• High School diploma or its equivalent is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

• Not applicable for this position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed primarily in an office, residential, or outpatient setting.
• Regional travel is required.