Recovery Case Manager for Drug & Alcohol Services

County of York; York (York County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County of York in the United States seeks a professional case manager for drug and alcohol services. You will master full case management activities, assess client needs, and coordinate access to treatment services within placement guidelines. Documentation, advocacy and supervisory diligence will be part of the role.

Under supervision, you will build knowledge and increase responsibility over time, with regular reviews and performance evaluations to ensure quality of care for clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to chemical dependency, sociology, social welfare, psychology, nursing, or related field with one year direct service experience.
• Knowledge of casework principles and addiction treatment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and advocate for clients.
• Familiarity with regulations, policies, and resource availability.

Responsibilities

• Master the case management activities: screening, assessment, placement, case coordination, level of care placement approval, continued stay and tracking.
• Demonstrate engagement, coaching, linking, advocacy and use of recovery support services.
• Understand addiction and recovery processes as they relate to clients and family.
• Coordinate ancillary services (health care, transportation, education, vocational training, housing, support networks).
• Ensure continuity of treatment and referrals, and assist with non-treatment needs (education, employment, housing, health).
• Provide liaison/advocacy to promote ongoing services and satisfaction.
• Promote access to recovery-focused services and resources.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Dependency, Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Nursing or related field

One year direct service experience in alcohol or other drug treatment setting

Knowledge of social casework principles and methods

Knowledge of addiction as a disease and its treatment

Knowledge of current social, economic and health problems and available resources

Knowledge of assessment practices

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients from various cultures

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to interpret regulations, policies and procedures

Ability to advocate effectively on behalf of the client

Job description

County of York in the United States seeks a professional case manager for drug and alcohol services. You will master full case management activities, assess client needs, and coordinate access to treatment services within placement guidelines. Documentation, advocacy and supervisory diligence will be part of the role.

Under supervision, you will build knowledge and increase responsibility over time, with regular reviews and performance evaluations to ensure quality of care for clients.