Case Manager: Community Care & Discharge Specialist

Acenda Health; Mantua Township (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer match

Generous time-off

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Year-end bonuses

Job summary

Acenda Integrated Health is seeking an experienced Care Manager to provide integrated case management services. The role focuses on connecting clients with housing, substance use treatment, mental health and primary care through in-home and community-based outreach.

Responsibilities include assessment, care planning, ongoing monitoring, advocacy and timely documentation. A Master’s in a behavioral health field or equivalent is required, along with a valid driver's license and strong

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field, from an accredited institution.
• Or Bachelor's Degree in a behavioral health field with one year of relevant, post-degree experience.
• Or an Associate's degree in a direct care field with two years of relevant post-degree experience.
• Or a high school degree with lived experience of recovery and peer certification training within one year of hire.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to analyze work, set goals, develop plans and utilize time effectively and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Case manager supports clients with face-to-face targeted case management, as designated through ROH levels and contracts.
• Services shall include assessment, service planning, services linkage, ongoing monitoring, ongoing support, and advocacy.
• Provides weekly face-to-face contact with clients in the community.
• Maintains all documentation within 24 hours of contact to support timely billing.
• Participates in discharge planning and linkages with hospitals and community resources.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Collaboration and Teamwork

Cultural Competence & Adaptation

Screening & Assessment

Care Planning & Care Coordination

Intervention

Systems Oriented Practice

Practice-Based Learning & QualityImpro

Informatics

Education

MSW / related field

BA in behavioral health + 1 year

AS in direct care + 2 years

High school + lived recovery + peer cert in 1 year

Job description

Acenda Integrated Health is seeking an experienced Care Manager to provide integrated case management services. The role focuses on connecting clients with housing, substance use treatment, mental health and primary care through in-home and community-based outreach.

Responsibilities include assessment, care planning, ongoing monitoring, advocacy and timely documentation. A Master’s in a behavioral health field or equivalent is required, along with a valid driver's license and strong