Case Manager — Substance Use Recovery & Care Coordination

Outreach Development Corp.; Brentwood (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim Outreach Recovery Center is seeking a Case Manager to deliver care coordination for clients with substance use histories in Brentwood, NY. You will be part of an interdisciplinary treatment team and coordinate services to support housing, transport, childcare, and other needs, while conducting crisis interventions as required.

The role requires CASAC-T or higher, with at least one year of experience with substance abuse clients, and ideally experience with adolescents and a background in

Qualifications

• CASAC-T, CASAC, or higher preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience with clients with substance abuse disorders.
• At least 1 year of experience with adolescents with co-occurring and mental health problems.
• Experience in an OASAS funded facility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Case management and crisis intervention to coordinate treatment services for people with a history of substance abuse.
• Facilitate life skills and group work sessions as needed.
• Advocate for clients to obtain needed services and coordinate with external agencies.
• Interface with DSS, probation, courts and other systems for client support.
• Maintain communication with housing, transportation, childcare, food and related needs.
• Conduct toxicology tests as needed.
• Maintain treatment planning and communication with service providers.
• Submit weekly schedules and obtain prior approval for off-site activities.
• Attend staff/community meetings and participate in program planning.
• Provide crisis intervention and back-up coverage as required.
• Ensure compliance with Medicaid and agency policies.

Skills

CASAC-T

CASAC

Case management

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary team

Documentation

Education

CASAC-T or higher

Job description

Pilgrim Outreach Recovery Center is seeking a Case Manager to deliver care coordination for clients with substance use histories in Brentwood, NY. You will be part of an interdisciplinary treatment team and coordinate services to support housing, transport, childcare, and other needs, while conducting crisis interventions as required.

The role requires CASAC-T or higher, with at least one year of experience with substance abuse clients, and ideally experience with adolescents and a background in