Drug and Alcohol Case Manager-Pathway to Care

Definition

To provide a range of crisis assessments and case management services to individuals, families and others in the community seeking SUD treatment services. Essential Responsibilities will include phone triage and in-person triage making preliminary risk assessment. Facilitate inpatient and outpatient admissions to SUD treatment utilizing a database of treatment providers. Schedule urgent Intakes for SUD treatment, connect engage with clients and families. Coordinate referrals to treatment services, make arrangement through Engagement and Coordination teams/ or by other means to facilitate transportation of clients into treatment. Ensure seamless transition from the Engagement Center, Safe Place to Stay or the community to the treatment provider of choice.

Eligibility Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

Knowledge and understanding of DSM Diagnostic Criteria and required assessment tools. Knowledge of behavioral codes and billing procedures to include ICD 10 Codes. Knowledge of ASAM and DSM-V. Knowledge of Co-occurring Disorders. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently, multi-task, self-starting, motivated, and adept to changing technology, conducting research; must be computer literate. Writing skills and interpersonal skills are a prerequisite to employment. Knowledge of co-occurring disorders and substance dependence needed for this position.

A Master’s Degree or above from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services) or other related field which includes a practicum in a health or human services agency, preferably in a drug and alcohol setting.

Or, Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services) or other related field and 2 years’ D&A clinical experience required. Certification preferred.

PA Drivers’ License, High Degree of Ethics and Act 33/34 required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Protected Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities