Substance Abuse Case Manager

New Orleans, LA, US, United States

Job Description

It is the duty and responsibility of the Case Manager to:

provide case management that will involve screening, assessment, service plan development, linkage to appropriate community resources, discharge planning and follow up; coordinate with the staff to ensure that client(s) are adhering to appointments; schedule or reschedule transportation to/from medical appointments; assess clients Medicaid status and follow agencies policy and procedures to obtain and maintain Medicaid status; assist with verifying insurance information; ensure clients understand time, place, needs for medical appointments, procedures, education; coordinate with department staff to determine best time to meet with clients to discuss programs; coordinate with program staff to follow-up with client throughout their treatment stay; develop strategies to follow-up with client(s) prior to and upon discharge; schedule and perform efficient client, office, and SLP unit(s) visits that are geared towards client(s) maintaining sobriety while becoming self-sufficient; enter participant's information into the appropriate agency database in a timely manner and update as needed; prepare and submit reports to Program Manager in a timely manner; conduct quality assurance and self-monitoring plan as assigned by the Program Manager; establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with community resources; attend appropriate coalition and other community resource meetings; attend training and workshops; work a flexible schedule; and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills



Required:

Minimum qualifications include the following:

Registered Social Worker (RSW), Master Social Worker (MSW), Certified Social Worker (CSW) 3 years successful experience in adult case management or equivalent experience Ability to work with homeless individuals of diverse backgrounds, and disabilities
including physical, mental, substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, etc.

Outstanding organizational, verbal, and written communication skills Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment Ability to perform daily duties to achieve expected outcomes and performance
measures with minimal supervision

Preferred:

Preferred qualifications include the following:

A. Degree in social work or behavioral science Experience in Community Clinic/Hospital type setting Experience in LA Behavioral Health Partnership Billing Experience in providing Community Psychiatric Treatment; Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Crisis Intervention Knowledge of AA/CA/NA/Faith Based Principles
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD5837336
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    16.0 18.0 USD
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    New Orleans, LA, US, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned