Case Manager : Full-Time

***This position is located in Atchison, KS***

Case Manager : Wednesday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

 Valley Hope of Atchison has an exciting opportunity for a Case Manager to join our dedicated and passionate team!   

Valley Hope of Atchison, located just northwest of Kansas City, has provided residential drug and alcohol addiction treatment services since 1972.

Valley Hope restores lives affected by addiction and supports lifelong recovery.  At Valley Hope, our mission comes to life through our core values of Character, Compassion, and Commitment.  Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact, conquering addiction one patient and family at a time?  If so, Valley Hope welcomes you!

Come join our team and see for yourself why we had the highest employment satisfaction score throughout all of Valley Hope!

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Required:  

• One (1) plus years of experience in a similar position and/or healthcare environment.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. 

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in behavioral sciences, education, or social work.
• One (1) plus years of work experience in substance abuse counseling industry.
• Certified as Case Manager in the state of employment.

BENEFITS: 

• Medical coverage — Valley Hope pays up to 85% of premiums
• Dental & vision plans at competitive rates
• Up to 27 days of PTO (based on position and tenure)
• 8 paid holidays (including a personal day)
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition assistance to grow your career
• Student loan repayment support
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• HSA & FSA options to manage healthcare costs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for added support
• And moreperks designed with you in mind!

JOB SUMMARY: 

• Works under the supervision and direction of the Program Director.   
• Plans and assists with the implementation of continuing care for assigned patients. 
• Facilitates patient rehabilitation group sessions and educational workshops on recovery topics.
• Identifies needed recovery resources for housing, education, vocational development, mental health, community support groups and medical care; provides assistance to patients in accessing those resources.
• Provides education regarding substance use disorders, mental illness and prevention to patients, family members, and significant others.
• Works with all relevant and interested external parties including family members, agencies, managed care organizations, and insurance companies.
• Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Completes all clinical documentation including discharge materials in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicates with onsite supervisor about daily job duties and supervisory direction provided.
• Communicates with clinical supervisors, clinical staff, and medical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status.
• Logs all supervision as per state requirements.
• Maintains and demonstrates a current working knowledge of applicable counseling procedures and substance abuse treatment in accordance with company policy and State and Federal guidelines.
• Adheres to Valley Hope’s clinical philosophies, policies, and procedures as well as any other regulating bodies to ensure quality patient care.
• Participates in all assigned staff meetings, staff development, and training as required.
• Interacts and communicates with others (patients, co-workers, management, clients, and vendors) in a professional and tactful manner including treating them with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Residential treatment facility setting; requires walking throughout the facility.