Case Manager - Discharge & Care Coordination

Norcalbehavioral; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Norcalbehavioral in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Case Manager to collaborate with Inpatient Therapists to provide quality case management and discharge planning for patients and families, supporting the treatment program and philosophy.

Responsibilities include linking to mental health/recovery services, arranging follow-up appointments, referring patients to pharmacy, coordinating transportation, completing Continuing Care Plans, and maintaining comprehensive clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or closely related field.
• One year of behavioral health experience preferred (mentally ill and discharge planning).
• Current CPR certification or during orientation period.
• Current HWC certification or during orientation period.
• Familiarity with continuum of care and clinical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Inpatient Therapists to provide quality case management and discharge planning to patients and families.
• Support the interdisciplinary treatment program and philosophy.
• Ensure linkage to mental health/recovery services and coordinate communication with County Liaison.

Skills

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Organization

Teamwork

Problem solving

Leadership

Adaptability

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

Norcalbehavioral in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Case Manager to collaborate with Inpatient Therapists to provide quality case management and discharge planning for patients and families, supporting the treatment program and philosophy.

Responsibilities include linking to mental health/recovery services, arranging follow-up appointments, referring patients to pharmacy, coordinating transportation, completing Continuing Care Plans, and maintaining comprehensive clinical documentation.