Case Manager - Transitional Care
New River Community Services is seeking the Transitional Care Case Manager that will provide case management and clinical services for individuals with mental illness, substance disorders use and/or developmental disabilities and their families. The primary function of the role is to ensure the successful engagement in and transition to clinic-based care for consumers discharging from psychiatric inpatient care or crisis services, including mobile crisis teams. Services include supportive office and home visits with the individual and family, referral, and connection to needed services, crisis support and response, assessment, development of the individualized service plan, individual and family support, psychoeducation, transportation and care coordination and may continue up to 60 days post discharge. Develops and maintains working relationships with: individuals served, families, additional service providers, and other community agencies as needed to ensure quality services. Works as part of a treatment team to ensure services and resources are coordinated among providers as needed to help individuals served live and function optimally in the community.
Starting Salary Range: $19.93 - $22.92 hourly-depending on education and experience.
Education/Experience Required:
High school diploma is required with at least one year of experience in a setting working with individuals with substance use disorders and/or possible co-occurring mental illness.
Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, psychology or human services related field is preferred.
Registration as a QMHP or trainee is preferred.
Additional compensation will be considered for any new employees who speak multiple languages.