Recovery-Focused Case Manager (Drug & Alcohol)

York County, PA; York (York County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

York County, PA is seeking a professional Case Manager to deliver a full range of case management services within the drug and alcohol treatment field. The role includes assessing client needs, coordinating access to treatment services, and developing comprehensive service plans under supervision.

Strong documentation and advocacy with external agencies are essential for success. The position involves increasing scope and responsibility as skills grow, with ongoing supervision and performance

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret regulations, policies and procedures and apply them accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Master the case management activities of screening, assessment, placement, case coordination, level of care placement approval, continued stay/concurrent review, tracking/documenting service delivery and utilization review.
• Demonstrate proficiency in engagement, coaching, linking, advocacy and recovery support services.
• Understand the addiction and recovery process as it relates to the client and their family and community.
• Acquire knowledge of formal treatment services and community-based resources that support recovery and engagement.
• Coordinate and/or assist in coordinating ancillary services for clients during their treatment episode.
• Ensure client continuity of treatment and appropriate match of ancillary services to client needs.
• Coordinate with clients’ treatment providers to ensure referrals are made and followed up.

Skills

Communication skills

Advocacy

Assessment ability

Case management knowledge

Cultural competence

Education

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

Job description

York County, PA is seeking a professional Case Manager to deliver a full range of case management services within the drug and alcohol treatment field. The role includes assessing client needs, coordinating access to treatment services, and developing comprehensive service plans under supervision.

Strong documentation and advocacy with external agencies are essential for success. The position involves increasing scope and responsibility as skills grow, with ongoing supervision and performance