MAT Case Manager: Recovery Support & Care Coordination

New Horizons Behavioral Health; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 29,764 - 36,379; Full time

Job summary

New Horizons Behavioral Health is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program in Columbus, GA. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break, under general supervision.

The candidate will manage referrals, schedule intake appointments, coordinate with MAT teams, complete PHI releases, track progress in WITS, and support clients with treatment access and resources to maintain sobriety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus 3–5 years in behavioral health or Bachelor’s in social sciences with 1 year full-time experience in behavioral health.
• If candidate has a Bachelor's, it MUST be in the named fields to be MHC eligible.
• Candidate MUST have 2+ years in recovery personally; lived experience supports services.

Responsibilities

• Receive and follow up on referrals.
• Make intake appointments.
• Refer after intake to MAT-SOR program.
• Complete documentation and PHI releases.
• Contact MAT individuals weekly with progress notes in WITS.
• Assist with MAT needs, doctor visits, medications, and treatment access.
• Coordinate with provider and nurse on concerns.
• Attend MAT progress meetings.
• Procure and sign out Narcan.
• Lead evidence-based groups for individuals with substance use disorders.
• Document daily notes and provide community resources for sobriety.
• Help increase coping and basic living skills.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences (Social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, or related discipline)

Job description

New Horizons Behavioral Health is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program in Columbus, GA. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break, under general supervision.

The candidate will manage referrals, schedule intake appointments, coordinate with MAT teams, complete PHI releases, track progress in WITS, and support clients with treatment access and resources to maintain sobriety.