Recovery House Transitional Case Manager

Chemical-Abuse-Services-Agenc; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemical-Abuse-Services-Agenc is seeking a Case Manager to deliver case management and crisis intervention for residents in the Recovery House program. You will work to promote housing stability and recovery using trauma-informed, person-centered approaches.

Responsibilities include coordinating medical, mental health, and supportive services, while adhering to CASA, DMHAS, and CARF standards. A bachelors degree and US work eligibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Social Work/Human Services
• At least two years of professional experience with clients with behavioral health needs
• Understanding of homelessness impacts and services
• Willingness to develop multicultural competency in behavioral health settings
• Bilingual English-Spanish preferred, with cultural humility

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and crisis intervention to Recovery House residents
• Coordinate access to mental health, substance use, medical, vocational, and other services
• Ensure compliance with CASA, DMHAS, and CARF regulations
• Maintain professional competence and contribute to a positive residential community

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Bilingual (English-Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work/Human Services

Job description

Description

Under the supervision of the Supportive Housing Manager, the Case Manager provides case management and crisis intervention services to residents of the Recovery House program using a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and person-centered approach. This role supports formerly homeless individuals in maintaining stable housing, strengthening recovery, and achieving greater independence while fostering a positive and supportive residential community.

Using a strengths-based, harm-reduction approach, the Case Manager helps residents navigate challenges, build resilience, and work toward individualized goals. The position collaborates with residents, service providers, and community partners to coordinate access to mental health, substance use, medical, vocational, and other supportive services that promote housing stability, recovery, and successful community integration.

I. Provides case management services to residential/transitional residents.

II. Ensures compliance with administrative requirements relative to residential/transitional services as outlined in CASA, DMHAS, and CARF regulations.

III. Maintains professional competence and skills.

IV. Projects and maintains a positive image to all residents, visitors, and program personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in the field of Social Work/Human Services preferred.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience working directly with clients who have a variety of behavioral health needs, specifically history of mental health and substance use disorders.
• Familiarity with the physiological, psychological, social, and economic effects of homelessness.
• Must demonstrate appreciation and willingness to develop continuing skills towards multicultural competency within a behavioral health setting.
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred.
• Must have an appreciation of culturally relevant services and demonstrate willingness for the provision of the commitment to such services.
• Must be a growth-oriented person willing to set and work toward professional goals.
• Must have a valid driver's license and motor vehicle.