Substance Use Case Manager

Newport Mental Health; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Health and Dental Insurance

Vacation, Sick and Personal time bibi‑

Up to 11 Paid Holidays

Retirement program through Mutual of A

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Employer paid life insurance

Flexible spending account (FSA) and D

Job summary

Newport Mental Health is seeking an experienced case manager to join our Substance Use Services team, supporting clients to reduce barriers and achieve positive outcomes in daily life. The Case Manager will participate in team meetings, assist with recovery goals, coordinate care, and help with housing, transportation, and Social Security benefits while engaging families and multidisciplinary teams.

This role requires strong communication and organizational skills, and a compassionate,

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Degree in Human Services field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in the Human Services field preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, independent, and adaptable in dynamic environments.
• Collaborative mindset with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily team meetings to review client visits and coordinate care.
• Attend meetings with clients to develop recovery goals and overcome obstacles.
• Support with medication understanding and help with transportation, groceries, and benefits.
• Communicate with client families and support members as part of the recovery plan.
• Ensure housing needs are stable and assist with housing applications.
• Participate in individual or group supervision for therapeutic/problem-solving techniques.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Deadline compliance

Independent & adaptable

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Our services vary from outreach, specialized programs, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient.

For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Excellent Health and Dental Insurance.
• Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
• Up to 11 Paid Holidays.
• Retirement program through Mutual of America.
• Additional supplemental insurance programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES)

We are seeking an experienced case manager to join our Substance Use Services team. The Case Manager is responsible for actively engaging and collaborating with clients to reduce barriers to achieving positive outcomes in critical areas of life.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in daily team meetings to review client visits, concerns, and coordinate care.
• Attend meetings with clients to assist with developing recovery goals with plans to overcome potential obstacles.
• Provide support with understanding medications and find solutions to challenges such as transportation to appointments, grocery shopping or communication with Social Security for benefits.
• Communicate with client families and support members as part of the client’s recovery plan.
• Ensure client housing needs are stable, including facilitating applications with Housing Authorities.
• Participate in individual or group supervision for therapeutic and problem-solving techniques.

REQUIREMENTS

Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Degree in Human Services field preferred.

2+ years of experience in the Human Services field preferred.

Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation to travel to facilities across the area.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.

Self-motivated, independent, and adaptable in dynamic work environments.

Collaborative mindset with the ability to work well within multidisciplinary teams.

Problem-solving skills with the ability to apply critical thinking in client care situations.

APPLY NOW

Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:

Human Resources

Newport Mental Health

42 Valley Road

Middletown, RI 02842

Tel: [phone]

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Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.