What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at Integrity House?
The Case Manager is responsible for: conducting intake appointments to determine eligibility for the STAR Program; formulating an Integrated Family Case Plan; linking the client to appropriate services to meet individualized needs; providing education regarding a number of substance abuse-related topics; maintaining weekly in-person or telephonic contact with the client; and documenting all efforts in the electronic health record.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree with a CADC or
- At least 2 years of experience working with high need individuals with substance use disorders
Required Licensing and/or Certifications:
- Valid NJ Driver’s License
Specialized Skills, Abilities and Knowledge:
- Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency
- Experience with state housing initiatives
- Experience with the Social Service system
- Data collection experience
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Provide a comprehensive case management assessment that addresses life domains such as housing, finances, transportation, legal services, vocational, employment, healthcare and family strengths and needs
- Development of an Integrated Family Case Plan that is person-centered and includes strategies for recovery.
- Identify priorities, desired outcomes and the strategies and resources to be used for obtaining outcomes based on the case management assessment
- Ability to educate and link appropriate care resources in the community including resources that address specialized needs such as agencies providing services related to HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, mental health disorders, chronic and acute health problems and problems stemming from involvement with the criminal justice system
- Promote recovery to the client’s fullest potential by facilitating assessments of skills, including literacy, educational opportunities, job readiness skills, vocational training, employment placement and retention and career development.
- Must document within the agency’s electronic health record the offer of at least one visit per week by STAR staff, document their participation in the visit and any services received.
- Refer clients and help them access substance use disorder treatment as needed
- Coordinate needed interventions and services provided by multiple agencies
- Provide case management services to ensure that individuals are both informed about and have the ability to access a full range of medical and treatment opportunities
- Serve as an advocate on the behalf of the individual
Location: 103 Lincoln Park, Newark, NJ 07102
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Salary : $18 - $19
