Case Manager – Adolescent Residential Behavioral Health

Perimeter Healthcare; Forrest City (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account and healths

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral Health of Forrest City is seeking a Case Manager to support adolescents in a residential behavioral health program. The role collaborates with a treatment team to coordinate services, document care, and assist with discharge planning.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a human or social services field (preferred) or an associate degree with relevant experience; candidates must be 21+.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human or social services field preferred.
• Associate degree with at least two years of experience working with children or adolescents may qualify.
• Additional work experience may substitute for a degree in the required field.
• Knowledge of clinical treatment and social casework in mental health or substance use settings is important.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Participate in treatment planning and treatment team meetings.
• Coordinate with therapists and physicians on case documentation and discharge planning.
• Communicate with referral sources and other mental health professionals about patient progress with consent.
• Plan and evaluate therapeutic passes with therapists and families.
• Collaborate with the team to address patients’ social, legal, family, and education needs.
• Complete accurate case records and documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicate treatment information clearly to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Respect patients' cultural and religious beliefs.
• Follow policies on patient rights, confidentiality, and safety.
• Report suspected abuse or neglect as required by policy and law.
• Participate in quality management activities.

Skills

Clinical treatment knowledge

Child and adolescent development

Communication and collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human or social services field (preferred)

Associate degree + 2+ years experience (qualifying)

Job description

Case Manager – Adolescent Residential Behavioral Health

Location: Forrest City, Arkansas
Employment type: Full-time, in person
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (8-hour shift)
Salary: Varies based on experience

Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City is seeking a Case Manager to support adolescents receiving residential behavioral health care. Our facility is licensed and Joint Commission-accredited. The Case Manager works with the treatment team to coordinate services, maintain clear communication, and support treatment and discharge planning.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in treatment planning, program staff meetings, and assigned committees as an active member of the treatment team.

• Coordinate with therapists and physicians on case documentation, discharge planning, therapeutic passes, and related clinical needs.

• With informed consent, communicate with referral sources and other mental health professionals about patient progress and involve them in treatment and aftercare planning when appropriate.

• Work with therapists and families to plan and evaluate therapeutic passes, and share relevant information with the treatment team.

• Collaborate with the team to identify and address patients’ social, legal, family, and education needs.

• Complete accurate, legible case records and other documentation in a timely manner.

• Communicate procedures and treatment information in clear, developmentally appropriate language to patients, families, and caregivers.

• Respect the cultural and religious beliefs of patients and families.

• Follow policies and procedures related to patient rights, confidentiality, privacy, infection control, safety, and professional ethics.

• Recognize and report suspected abuse or neglect in accordance with policy and applicable law; report safety concerns promptly.

• Participate in quality management activities and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a human or social services field is preferred.

• Candidates with an associate degree and at least two years of experience working with children or adolescents with emotional or behavioral needs may also qualify.

• Additional work experience may substitute for an individual who does not have a degree in the required field.

• Knowledge of clinical treatment and social casework in mental health or substance use settings, child and adolescent development, and available treatment services is important.

• Must be at least 21 years old.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account and health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

Commute/relocation: Ability to commute to Forrest City or planning to relocate before starting is preferred.

About Perimeter Healthcare

Perimeter Healthcare provides behavioral health services for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults across multiple states and care settings, including inpatient and residential treatment. Our teams are guided by CARE: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunity in recruitment, training, and selection regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law..

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