Case Manager (52436)

Job DetailsJob Location: Safehouse - Bullhead City, AZ 86442Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $21.50 - $21.50 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: AnyPosition Summary:

Person in this position will work in collaboration with a mental health/substance abuse counselor to provide mental health & substance abuse services to patients/clients of WestCare who have been diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder, a mental illness or both.

Essential Job Functions:


Provide direct assessments and evaluations of clients in order to determine appropriate level of service required;
Administer agency approved assessment instruments to individuals seeking treatment services;
Complete induction packets and obtain all necessary documentation and verification of program eligibility;
Work with seniors
Coordinate the entry of clients into the program with all agency program components;
Give presentations, speeches and seminars regarding WestCare's services as assigned;
May be required to conduct assessments in jails and institutions;
Responsible for answering verbal and written inquiries from prospective clients requesting program information;
Coordinate transportation of new clients from various jail facilities to the agency;
Preparation of necessary correspondence to referral sources regarding assessment outcome; 
Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
Perform any other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEssential Qualifications:

Certifications/Licenses:


Possess or able to obtain Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card 
Able to pass Arizona Central Registry background check 


Education:


A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health and/or substance use counseling; or an Associates degree with a behavioral health major and/or substance use counseling or working towards a degree with comparable years of qualifying experience  
High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of college-level education is required. 


Experience and Competencies:

 


Two (2) years of experience in providing direct counseling services to persons with alcohol and/or drug problems is preferred;
Intake and assessment experience is preferred;
Bilingual is preferred;
Knowledge of the criminal justice system;
Must have knowledge of the ASAM Assessment system, 1 year experience preferred;
Excellent communication skills;
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion;
Ability to work well in a team environment;
Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality;
Professional appearance and demeanor;
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required;
CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test.