Case Manager

Case Manager

Full-time

Iowa City, IA

‼️MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN RECOVERY

Are you passionate about guiding individuals through their recovery journey from substance use disorders? We’re looking for a Case Manager to join our team.

❓ABOUT US:

Thrive Now in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services is dedicated to assisting individuals on their path to recovery from substance use disorders and related mental health challenges. Our detox and residential substance use disorder treatment facility in Iowa City, IA.

Our vision? To provide compassionate care, break down barriers, and empower individuals on their journey to recovery.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US:

• Purpose-Driven Work: Every decision you make directly impacts lives. You’re not just managing services; you’re offering hope and healing.
• Innovation: We’re open to fresh ideas, creative solutions, and disruptive approaches. We’re redefining the landscape with evidence-based practices, holistic care, and personalized solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate professionals who share your commitment to excellence.
• Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary with great opportunities to earn performance-based incentives and comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• Unlimited Potential: As we grow, so will your career. This is your chance to build something lasting.

The Case Manager develops trusting connections with clients that foreground respect in order to deliver supportive counseling services using evidence based best practices within their scope of practice.  

✅Accountabilities

• Screening and Assessment: Screens and assesses potential clients to determine the severity of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Co-Occurring Mental Health to ensure appropriateness of care. Perform biopsychosocial evaluations to assess client’s needs in treatment.

• Level of Care Placement: Coordinate with medical and clinical team to determine client’s appropriateness for treatment and level of care determination as indicated by the screening and assessment.

• Client Orientation: Performs new client orientation and reviews Participant Handbook, guidelines, program requirements and expectations with client.

• Case Management: Perform case management assessments and help build treatment plans to assist clients with case management needs in conjunction with the peer support team. Present findings and staff in treatment team meetings.

• Treatment Planning: Work closely with client to develop individualized treatment plan and SMART goals integrating the client’s strengths, needs, abilities and preferences

• Care Coordination: Coordinate client care with primary care provider, primary therapist, nursing, Recovery Support Specialists and other outside services as indicated by the client treatment plan.

• Client Education: Inform clients about the various approaches
  
• Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation consistent with organization standards, rules and regulation
• Understand individualized treatment plans and regularly communicates with the Primary Therapist regarding clinical needs
• Maintain professional standards and follows the treatment policies and procedures of the facility and of the federal, state, and local regulations
• Advocate for the client and the family
  
• Promote and adhere to the workplace values of integrity, respect, trust, teamwork, quality, and excellence
  

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Three (3) years of behavioral health experience with demonstrated case management competencies.
• Experience documenting within an Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in residential or outpatient substance use disorder or co-occurring treatment.
• Training in Motivational Interviewing and/or Trauma-Informed Care.
• CADAC or equivalent certification, as applicable under Iowa requirements.

Why Join Thrive Now Recovery Centers?

We believe our team members are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in recovery.
• Join a supportive, collaborative interdisciplinary team.
• Work in a mission-driven organization dedicated to excellence in behavioral healthcare.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Positive workplace culture focused on compassion, accountability, and teamwork.

Work Environment

This position is primarily based in a behavioral health treatment setting and may include occasional travel within the community to coordinate services. Team members work closely with individuals experiencing substance use disorders, mental health concerns, and complex psychosocial needs in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require an accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, please notify Human Resources.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Thrive Now Recovery Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.