Targeted Case Manager: Empower Recovery & Independence

Lumera Healthcare; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumera Healthcare in Kentucky is seeking a dedicated Targeted Case Manager (TCM) to advocate for individuals with SMI, SED, and SUD, coordinating services and connecting them with housing, healthcare, education, and employment resources.

This role manages up to 25 clients, works with a multidisciplinary team, and emphasizes strengths-based treatment plans and ongoing support to promote recovery and independence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health field or related area.
• Eligibility to provide Targeted Case Management services under Kentucky Medicaid regulations.
• Completion of Kentucky Targeted Case Management training within six months of hire and ongoing maintenance of certification requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records and virtual communication platforms.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel within the service area as needed.

Responsibilities

• Accept referrals following completion of a diagnostic assessment by a Lumera Healthcare provider.
• Complete comprehensive Targeted Case Management assessments and required reassessments per Kentucky Medicaid regulations.
• Collaborate with clients to develop individualized, strengths-based treatment plans reflecting goals and needs.
• Provide ongoing Targeted Case Management services to promote stability, recovery, and independence.
• Monitor client progress and revise treatment plans as needed to address changing circumstances.
• Coordinate care with internal providers and external community partners to ensure continuity of services.
• Connect clients with housing, healthcare, transportation, education, employment, financial assistance and other resources.
• Advocate for clients while promoting self-advocacy and increased independence.
• Maintain regular communication with the treatment team and community partners.
• Participate in team meetings and case consultations.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and care coordination.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / Psychology / Sociology / Human Services or related behavioral health field

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Virtual communication platforms

Job description

Lumera Healthcare in Kentucky is seeking a dedicated Targeted Case Manager (TCM) to advocate for individuals with SMI, SED, and SUD, coordinating services and connecting them with housing, healthcare, education, and employment resources.

This role manages up to 25 clients, works with a multidisciplinary team, and emphasizes strengths-based treatment plans and ongoing support to promote recovery and independence.