Community-Based Case Manager: Recovery & Advocacy

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Abraxas Youth & Family Services in Wilmington, DE is seeking a Case Manager to assess participant needs, coordinate resources, and implement individualized service and recovery plans. You will advocate for participants and collaborate with families, supports, and community providers to promote recovery and well-being.

The role emphasizes holistic, person-centered care, with on-call crisis support, community-based contacts, and strict confidentiality under HIPAA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Minimum of two years of relevant human services or case management experience.
• Intermediate computer proficiency, including experience with electronic documentation systems.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass federal, state, and local background checks.

Responsibilities

• Participate as an active member of a multidisciplinary team, providing services from a holistic, person-centered, and values-based perspective.
• Conduct assessments and determine resources needed to meet the individualized needs of participants.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and reviewing recovery plans in collaboration with participants, natural supports, and approved stakeholders.
• Provide community-based case management services focused on education, skill development, access to community resources, and achievement of recovery goals.
• Advocate for participants to ensure access to appropriate services, supports, and community resources.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, providers, and organizations to facilitate service coordination and resource connections.
• Identify service gaps, program needs, and opportunities for improvement, and recommend strategies to enhance participant outcomes.
• Complete assessments, treatment documentation, progress notes, and other required records in accordance with organizational, funding, licensing, and accreditation requirements.
• Utilize collaborative documentation practices to engage participants in their treatment and service planning process.
• Maintain participant confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
• Provide culturally responsive services that respect and integrate each participant’s unique background, including race, ethnicity, religion, disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, and other diversity factors.
• Participate in a rotating 24-hour on-call schedule and provide crisis intervention services as needed.
• Deliver at least 75% of participant contacts within community-based settings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Assessment

Advocacy

Case management

Communication

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Abraxas Youth & Family Services in Wilmington, DE is seeking a Case Manager to assess participant needs, coordinate resources, and implement individualized service and recovery plans. You will advocate for participants and collaborate with families, supports, and community providers to promote recovery and well-being.

The role emphasizes holistic, person-centered care, with on-call crisis support, community-based contacts, and strict confidentiality under HIPAA.