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POSITION PURPOSE:

The Care Manager is responsible to affect a safe, comfortable and supportive environment for the clients participating in the program. The Care Manager assists clients adjusting to the program routine. The Care Manager documents progress in the medical record and assists the clients with all case management activities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Preferred Bachelor's Degree from accredited university or equivalent. Experience may substitute for a degree. Minimum of a high school diploma.

Detox Only: Bachelor's Degree required in related field

SUD Maine Only: Minimum of High School Diploma or GED if a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) and/or a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) with clear and active license

SUD Texas Only: Minimum of an associate's degree if a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) or Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern (LCDC-I). LCDC-I may perform detox counseling and related duties described in this job description while working under supervision at a registered Clinical Training Institution (CTI) or with a Certified Clinical Supervisor, as required by 26 TAC 562.22. Work must be supervised and countersigned per state standards.

Current (five-years) of no felonies or substance use convictions.

EXPERIENCE:

At least twelve months' experience working in the behavioral health field.

Detoxification experience preferred (Detox Counselor Position Only).

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Florida Requirement:
Substance Use:
CRSS certification and above (preferred or willing/able to obtain). CAC, CAP, LMHC, LCSW or Registered Intern with active clear license or certification in good standing. Experience may substitute except where license or certification is required by licensing standards.
Mental Health:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager (CBHCM) or Certified Mental Health Professional (CMHP)
Maine Requirement:
Substance Use:
CMR5 14-118 9.2.1.1 A Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC); or CMR5 14-118 9.2.1.2 - a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT): when any listed in this section [9.2.1.2] has completed one (1) year clinical experience in substance abuse treatment and a minimum of sixty (60) hours of alcohol and drug education within the last five (5) years. Education accepted by the licensing authority includes, but is not limited to, training and continuing education approved by the Maine State Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors, 2-384 Code of Maine Rules [C.M.R.] Chapters 1-9.CPR certification preferred
Mental Health:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community (MHRT/C)
New Jersey Requirement:
Substance Use:
Each substance abuse counselor shall be either an LCADC or CADC or another licensed health professional doing work of an alcohol and drug counseling nature within their scope of practice. i.A CADC must work under the supervision of an LCADC or another New Jersey licensed clinical professional designated as a qualified clinical supervisor per N.J.A.C. 13:34C-6.2. ii.A CADC cannot diagnose substance abuse. 2.Substance abuse counseling staff without an LCADC or CADC status or who do not possess another New Jersey clinical professional license that includes work of an alcohol or drug counseling nature within their scope of practice shall function as alcohol and drug counselor-interns or credential-interns and shall: i.Be enrolled in a course of study leading to a CADC or LCADC, or another New Jersey clinical professional license that includes work of an alcohol and drug counseling nature within its scope of practice, without regard to changes in N.J.A.C. 10:161A-1.9 employment, with progress towards certification or licensing on file, reviewed by the facility at least semi-annually and documented; and ii.Be trained, evaluated and receive continuing formal clinical supervision by the director of substance abuse counseling or designee, pursuant to the clinical supervision rules of the State health professional licensing board for the course of study in which they are enrolled:
(1)The State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners' for licensed marriage and family therapists;
(2)The State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners' Professional Counselor Examiners Committee for licensed professional counselors and licensed associate counselors;
(3)The State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee for LCADCs and CADCs;
(4)The State Board of Psychological Examiners for licensed psychologists; and
(5)The State Board of Social Work Examiners for licensed clinical social workers and licensed social workers.
(b)Counseling staff employed in a residential substance use disorders treatment facility subsequent to July 15, 2013 shall have three years from the date of employment to become certified as an LCADC or CADC, or another clinical licensed professional that includes the work of an alcohol and drug counseling nature within its scope of practice.
(c)Only staff possessing the appropriate clinical background and educational qualifications from the appropriate clinical discipline may provide the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of clients with co-occurring disorders.
Mental Health:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) - supervised, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Colorado Requirements:
Substance Use:
A Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC); a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) with an active and unrestricted license
Mental Health:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Texas Requirements:
Substance Use:
A Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) with an active and unrestricted licenseor Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern (LCDC-I). LCDC-I may perform detox counseling and related duties described in this job description while working under supervision at a registered Clinical Training Institution (CTI) or with a Certified Clinical Supervisor, as required by 26 TAC 562.22. Work must be supervised and countersigned per state standards.
Mental Health:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Wisconsin Requirements:
Substance Use:
A Substance Abuse Counselor-In-Training (SAC-IT), a Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) or a Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) with an active and unrestricted license
Mental Health:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

New Hampshire Requirements(if completing independent clinical assessments):

Substance Use:

A Master Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (MLADC) or a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) with an active and unrestricted license

Mental Health:

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
New Mexico Requirements:
Substance Use:
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC); Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA); Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (CADC), Certified Peer Support Workers (CPSW)
Mental Health:
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC); Licensed Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LPCC); Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Psychologist, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Nebraska Requirements:
Substance Use:
Active and unrestricted Nebraska Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) credential.
Mental Health:
Active and unrestricted Nebraska Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) or Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) credential.
Utah Requirements:
Substance Use:
Utah Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC) or Associate SUDC (ASUDC) required if providing SUD counseling services.
Mental Health:
Certified Social Worker (CSW), Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor (ACMHC), or equivalent Utah license if providing clinical services.
Vermont Requirements:
Substance Use:
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor or Apprentice Addiction Professional
Mental Health:
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Rostered Psychotherapist (supervised)
Georgia Requirements:
Substance Use:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist
Mental Health:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist

Arizona Requirements:
Substance Use:
Licensed Independent Addiction Counselor, Licensed Associate Addiction Counselor, Licensed Addiction Counselor Technician, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Associate Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Mental Health:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) - supervised, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

CPR preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND TRAININGREQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE:

• Knowledge of the Principles and Practices of the addictions and mental health field.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards.
• Demonstrates Proficiency in Communication & Written skills.
• Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality laws.
• Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies.
• Knowledge of Workplace Violence Policies.
• Knowledge of addictions and mental health complications.
• Knowledge of community health resources that support life improvement in physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health, economic security, employment, positive social and family interdependence and positive cultural identity including:
• Referral procedures and admittance criteria for health care and community providers.
• Ability to network and collaborate with healthcare and other social and cultural agencies that can provide services to the clients and families.
• Knowledge of the 12-Step Recovery Program.
• Knowledge and competency in problem solving, stress management, ethics and team building.
• Knowledge of alcohol and other drugs that includes:
• Alcohol and addictive drugs and their physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual impact on the individual.
• Impact of addiction on the family.
• Ability to determine if a medical emergency exists and to take appropriate action, when necessary.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures used in case of alcohol and/or drug overdose.
• Knowledge of the stages of alcohol and other drug withdrawals and ability to take appropriate action at each stage.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Municipal laws and/or regulations that regulate the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction, including:
  • Confidentiality
  • Patient Rights
  • Professional Code of Ethics
  • Discrimination
• Knowledge of airborne and blood borne pathogens (TB, HIV, AIDS, HB) and risk reduction methodologies and the use of universal precautions.
• Flexibility to adapt to schedule changes and assumption of responsibilities not delineated in the job description which are related to work as a member of an addiction treatment team.

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION:

• Work with 3rd parties to connect client to appropriate after care setting, which includes:
  1. Obtaining necessary releases of information (ROI) from clients
  2. Provide documentation to outside parties when necessary, for client continued programming (ie. Court attorney, FMLA letters or supporting documentation).
  3. Stay in close communication with the clinical team to determine aftercare recommendations.
  4. Contacting potential referring agency
  5. Coordinate with client, family and receiving provider for successful transition.
• Assist with discharge planning and documentation, which includes:
  1. Follow up with Clinical Director/Nursing to confirm discharge date and time.
  2. Complete required discharge planning paperwork
  3. Coordinate transportation for client's transition from the facility to the receiving facility if applicable.
• Facilitate appropriate interventions with clients displaying behavioral or mental instability and clients at risk for leaving Against Medical Advice (AMA):
  1. Contact appropriate referents and family members for which agency has release of information. (Informing these parties of clients' intent and soliciting their assistance either by phone or in person)
  2. Make contact with the Clinical Director for additional suggestions or recommendations to assist in redirecting clients.
  3. Make contact with the Clinical Director to determine if clients are potentially a harm to themselves or others (Baker Act or Marchman Act candidate).
• Enforce program rules and expectations and reports infractions to the Therapist, Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Director.
• Perform assessments of cli...