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Case Manager 1 (Full Time)

Aurora San Diego
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026

The Case Manager provides direct and indirect patient care and case management services to active-duty patients receiving inpatient behavioral health treatment. The role focuses on coordinating individualized discharge plans, facilitating multidisciplinary collaboration, and ensuring seamless transitions to appropriate levels of care.

*Pay Range: $23/hr. to $25/hr.

*Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Essential Functions:

  • Collaborate with the multidisciplinary clinical team to address patient care concerns and barriers to discharge, actively participating in treatment planning and case discussions.
  • Develop and implement individualized discharge plans by leveraging treatment team insights, patient charts, and aftercare needs assessments.
  • Coordinate and schedule follow-up appointments, referrals to appropriate levels of care (e.g., Partial Hospitalization Program [PHP], Intensive Outpatient Program [IOP]), and family or outpatient treatment team meetings.
  • Identify and connect patients with community resources, such as crisis homes or mental health practitioners, to support post-discharge needs.
  • Communicate discharge plans effectively to patients, families, and external agencies to ensure a safe and supported transition.
  • Document all patient interactions, treatment plans, and discharge planning activities accurately and promptly in the medical record.
  • Assist with utilization review processes, addressing challenges and proposing solutions to ensure compliance and continuity of care.
  • Schedule family sessions, or outpatient treatment team meetings as needed.
  • Maintain professional and effective communication with internal team members and external stakeholders, including clinics and community resources.
  • Perform administrative tasks, including faxing, filing, preparing reports, and maintaining legal logs (e.g., for holds such as 5150, 5250, 5270) LPS Reports and Homeless log.
  • Monitor and address patient needs during treatment to support their care plan and recovery goals.
  • Attend clinical treatment team meetings as required to provide updates and contribute to patient care planning.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related clinical field.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary treatment team.
  • Familiarity with community resources relevant to behavioral health patients.
  • Knowledge of chronic mental illness and associated care challenges.
  • Understanding of legal holds (e.g., 5150, 5250, 5270).

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • At least one year of work experience in a behavioral health setting (pre- or post-graduation).
  • Demonstrated interest in behavioral health and patient care coordination.
  • Experience with discharge planning and case management.
  • Proficiency in administrative tasks, such as report preparation and documentation.

Full Time

  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Healthcare Spending Account & Dependent Care Spending Account
  • Life Insurance (Supplemental Life, Term, and Universal plans are also available.)
  • PTO Plan
  • Holiday Premium Pay
  • PTO Cash Out option
  • Sick Pay
  • Short and Long-Term Disability (with additional buy-in opportunities)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • ID Theft Protection
  • Employee Appreciation Events
  • Employee Discount Opportunities

Salary : $23 - $25

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