Case Manager

Akua Behavioral Health
Fair Oaks, CA, US
$28-$32 an hour
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $28-$32

Position : Case Manager

Type : Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation : $28 / hr - $32 / hr

Job Description

The Case Manager in a Substance Use Prevention Treatment (SUPT) Program is a role that combines clinical expertise, administrative proficiency, and a commitment to client-centered care.

This role is integral in conducting ASAM assessments and managing daily billing in the Smart Care Electronic Health Record (EHR) platform.

The ideal candidate will be a professional with a strong background in SUD treatment, proficient in ASAM criteria, and capable of navigating Smart Care EHR software.

Case Manager reports to Program Director or Program Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment : Conduct comprehensive ASAM assessments of the client's needs, strengths, and challenges, including mental health, substance use, and medical, social, and environmental factors.

This will help in creating care plans that focus on psychosocial

rehabilitation and vocational goals.

  • Planning : Using motivational interviewing and supportive counseling skills, develop personalized treatment plans that address clients' recovery goals.
  • Group Facilitation and Skills Training : Play a key role in leading psychoeducational groups to teach recovery, relapse prevention, and independent living skills.
  • Case management : Connect clients to appropriate resources and services, such as mental health treatment, substance abuse counseling, medical care, housing assistance, and vocational support.
  • Monitoring and Support : Keep regular contact with clients, offering support, encouragement, and crisis intervention as needed.

Also, assist the primary therapist in increasing motivation to engage in treatment.

Collaboration and Discharge Planning : Work closely with the treatment team, including therapists, licensed vocational nurses, clinical technicians, and other professionals, to ensure coordinated and effective care.

Keep referral partners informed of the client’s progress and discharge plan.

  • Documentation : Adhere to program and regulatory requirements Drug Medi-cal guidelines by maintaining accurate and timely documentation of client progress, interactions, and services provided.
  • Crisis Management : Respond effectively to crises, de-escalating and coordinating with emergency services when necessary.

Other Duties as assigned

Monitors cases by verifying clients’ attendance; observing and evaluating treatments and responses; advocating for needed services and entitlements;

obtaining additional resources; intervening in crises; providing personal support.

  • Maintains clients’ records by reviewing case notes; logging events and progress.
  • Communicates clients’ progress by conducting weekly interdisciplinary meetings and evaluations; disseminating results and obstacles to therapeutic team and family;

identifying treatment influences.

Improves staff competence by providing educational resources; balancing work requirements with learning opportunities; evaluating the application of learning to changes in treatment results

Qualifications & Skills

  • License / Certification : CADC I / SUDCC-I Certification or higher (required)
  • Experience : In the field of Substance abuse / Behavioral Health 2years or more (required)
  • Current CPR / First Aid Certification (Required)
  • Valid CA Driver's License
  • Current Health Screen (Required)
  • TB Clearance (Required)
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
  • Professional conduct always.
  • Ability to keep patient information confidential.
  • 4 days ago
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