Intensive Case Manager

Amityfdn; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a compassionate Intensive Case Manager to support the re-entry population in Los Angeles. In this impactful role, you will work closely with individuals facing challenges related to housing, mental health, and substance abuse, helping them to build a supportive network and achieve long-term goals. Your contributions will play a crucial role in minimizing recidivism and fostering community integration. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of marginalized individuals while working in a collaborative and community-oriented environment. Join us in our mission to promote social justice and empower those in need.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Holidays

401K

HSA

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in behavioral health or social science.
• 1 year of experience in outreach or substance abuse counseling.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess participant needs for housing and mental health services.
• Develop treatment plans and coordinate with various service providers.
• Maintain case records and provide documentation as per guidelines.

Skills

Substance Abuse Counseling

Outreach

Case Management

Crisis Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health or Social Science

High School Diploma with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Amity Foundation, an internationally acclaimed teaching and therapeutic community, is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals with a desire to teach, learn, and join our community as an Intensive Case Manager. With this groundbreaking opportunity, you will work with our prison programs helping the re-entry population and enhance your training and experience in the field.

About Amity:

Amity Foundation is a safe place where people can change in an environment that fosters trust, where new values can be formed, responsibility developed, and lasting relationships built. Amity is dedicated to the inclusion and habilitation of people marginalized by addiction, homelessness, trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism, and violence. Amity is committed to research, development, implementation, and dissemination of information regarding community building.

Remembrance, Resolution, Reconciliation, Restoration, Renewal

About the Position:

The intention of our services is to help people in Los Angeles County who have not been able to get the needed help in terms of housing, mental health, substance abuse treatment, and linkages to community resources to help minimize recidivism. The role of the Intensive Case Manager is to help create a supportive network of services and resources for the client to prevent reincarceration and support long-term permanent housing goals.

What will you do:

• Interview and assess participant needs through interviews with participants referred by the Office of Diversion and Reentry.
• Conduct wellness checks at the client’s homes and provide crisis management for any issues.
• Develop a treatment plan with the participant to identify and address service needs and goals.
• Assist with public benefits advocacy and linkage.
• Coordinate and link the client to needed mental health, substance abuse, and housing resources.
• Work with other staff to assist with placement and case management upon release.
• Collaborate with housing staff, probation officers, psychiatrists, public defenders, primary care providers, and other partners with the client to ensure a coordinated effort to best serve the participant.
• Attend inter-agency case coordinated meetings, coalitions, regional advocacy groups, and boards in benefiting the participants served and support community cooperation in addressing areas of need.
• Maintain concise and comprehensive case records on all participants seeking services.
• Provide accurate daily and monthly documentation and case notes as per funding source guidelines.
• Required to use company vehicle as well as personal vehicle to visit county jails and transport clients to and from appointments and other locations as needed.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or social science and one year of experience providing outreach, substance abuse counseling, OR
• The equivalent of a high school diploma and three cumulative years of experience of administrative responsibility in providing outreach, substance abuse counseling, reentry services, and case management within a culturally diverse population.
• Knowledge on how to administer assessments, substance abuse counseling, reentry services, and case management within a culturally diverse population, preferably with both men and women.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of non-profit organizations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Required to have car insurance, vehicle, and valid driver’s license.

What we Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.
• 401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs.
• An organization committed to social justice and community action.
• Community-oriented workplace.

$24 - $28 semi-monthly