Care Coordinator / Case Manager

at  Ascension Recovery Services

Wise Path Recovery Centers - (in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services) is in search of a mission driven, experienced team member to join our team as a Care Coordinator at our facility in Morgantown, West Virginia. Our program is dedicated to short-term residential treatment for both men and women. The facility’s purpose is to help stabilize symptoms of substance use disorder (SUD) and create a smoother transition to an outpatient program or aftercare services.
Mission Statement: It is our commitment to provide integrated behavioral health treatment through evidence-based, high-quality clinical care for individuals, families, and communities experiencing Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders and empower those on their individual pathways to success.
Vision Statement: Our company is a national leader that provides innovative substance use disorder services through the development of accessible treatment centers to those in need. We use an individualized, person-centered approach while engaging with collaborative community partners to ensure the full continuum of care while eliminating gaps in treatment and providing a comprehensive approach of assisting individuals to engage in a healthy, purposeful, and fulfilling life.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Care Coordinator/Case Manager is responsible for the assessment, case management, treatment plan development and care coordination of clients in conjunction with the other members of the care team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATES, AND LICENSES:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or other relevant field required ; Master’s degree/MSW preferred
• 2+ years of case management and assessment experience preferred
• Must have or, within 30 days from hire, be able to obtain current First Aid and CPR card.

• Screening and Assessment: Screens and assesses potential clients to determine the severity of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Co-Occurring Mental Health to ensure appropriateness of care. Perform biopsychosocial evaluations to assess client’s needs in treatment.
• Level of Care Placement: Coordinate with medical and clinical team to determine client’s appropriateness for treatment and level of care determination as indicated by the screening and assessment.
• Client Orientation: Performs new client orientation and reviews Participant Handbook, guidelines, program requirements and expectations with client.
• Case Management: Perform case management assessments and help build treatment plans to assist clients with case management needs in conjunction with the peer support team. Present findings and staff in treatment team meetings.
• Treatment Planning: Work closely with client to develop individualized treatment plan and SMART goals integrating the client’s strengths, needs, abilities and preferences
• Care Coordination: Coordinate client care with primary care physician, primary therapist, medical technicians, peer support specialist and other outside services as indicated by the client treatment plan.
• Client Education: Inform clients about the various approaches
• Promote and adhere to the workplace values of integrity, respect, trust, teamwork, quality, and excellence.