What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities?
At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities), our mission is to empower people and strengthen communities with impactful services. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through Specialized Case Management, we create a world where recovery, justice, and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today, TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC!
Position Overview: TASC is seeking a compassionate and motivated Case Manager to support clients involved in the criminal legal system who are struggling with substance use and behavioral health challenges. Case Managers in our Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services (ACJS) division work closely with individuals to provide assessments, referrals, and case management services that support recovery and long-term stability
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop service plans tailored to client needs
- Facilitate intake and enrollment into TASC programs
- Provide referrals and crisis intervention for behavioral health, housing, employment, and other supports
- Collaborate with community partners and internal staff to ensure coordinated care
- Apply DSM-5 and ASAM criteria in evaluating client needs and treatment referrals
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including progress notes, reports, and discharge summaries
- Monitor progress toward service goals and ensure compliance with all reporting systems
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and multi-disciplinary team discussions
- Support clients in navigating systems and accessing essential services
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Education: Bachelors degree preferred, or at least three years of relevant professional or lived experience
- Certification: Willingness to obtain CADC or CARS certification within two years
- Skills: Excellent communication, time management, and documentation skills
- Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and ability to work in database systems
- Values: Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; creative and flexible approach to problem-solving
- Experience: Group facilitation experience a plus; understanding of behavioral health and social service systems preferred
Work Environment & Benefits:
- Location: Local travel required; work location determined by site assignment
- Schedule: Hybrid work schedule available after 60 days; must work in-office three days per week
- Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, and Floating Holidays
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply online at www.tasc.org
TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free workplace. The agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal and state law.