Case Manager

　　Job Details

　　Job Location

　　Ashcamp - 10099 Elkhorn Creek Road - Ashcamp, KY

　　Position Type

　　Full Time

　　Education Level

　　4 Year Degree

　　Salary Range

　　$16.00 - $16.00 Hourly

　　Travel Percentage

　　Up to 25%

　　Job Shift

　　Day

　　Job Category

　　Nonprofit - Social Services

　　Description

　　Position Summary:

　　The Case Manager collaborates with WestCare staff and external bodies to provide assessment, counseling, re-integration, and/or rehabilitation services to program participants. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

　　Essential Job Functions:

　　Provides case management services and assistance to program participants struggling with substance abuse, and those in recovery;

　　Assesses the needs, conditions, and desires of assigned program participants;

　　Educates and refers program participants to community agencies and businesses that appropriately address their needs for food, shelter, clothing, employment, transportation, etc.

　　Assists participants with establishing or re-establishing community support systems;

　　Acts as advocate on behalf of program participants to improve access to vital services;

　　Participates in clinical staffing decisions regarding the participants current strengths and resources, and their need for additional resources;

　　Completes documentation of services provided in a timely manner;

　　Provides input into the patients treatment needs and disposition;

　　Conducts assessments of program participants and provides therapy as needed;

　　Reviews and documents all clinical services and activities;

　　Participates in case conferences involving assigned program participants;

　　Prepares Discharge Summaries, as needed;

　　Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community;

　　Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;

　　Performs any other duties as assigned.

　　Qualifications

　　Certifications/Licensures:

　　CADC or similar certification preferred;Preference will be given certified candidates;

　　Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

　　Education:

　　Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;

　　High School Diploma or equivalent is required;

　　Experience and Competencies:

　　Experience working with individuals suffering from mental health and substance abuse disorders required;

　　At least two (2) years of experience in counseling, therapy, counseling, and/or social work strongly preferred;

　　Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions required;

　　Excellent communication skills are required;

　　Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;

　　Ability to work well in a team environment required ;

　　Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required;

　　Professional appearance and demeanor required;

　　Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served;

　　Intake and assessment experience is highly preferred;

　　Bilingual ability is preferred;

　　Prior experience using office equipment, including phones, scanners, printers, and fax machines, and web cameras is highly desired;

　　Working Conditions:

　　Work is primarily performed in an office or residential treatment setting;

　　Some outdoor activities and travel between multiple locationswillbe required;

　　Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.