What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at Buffalo Valley Inc?
LOCATION: Castalian Springs, TN
SCHEDULE: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Orients new clients as to goals and objectives of program, role of the case manager, and services that are available and accessible to the client.
- Completes Initial Admission Assessments and Admission packet on all clients assigned to them within 36 hours of entry.
- Assist clients in addressing issues related to A&D addiction, homelessness, job training/placement
- Maintains up-to-date, accurate and understandable case files and records, as delineated on the Chart Order Checklist.
- Attends scheduled team meetings and training sessions.
- Conducts follow-up on all assigned clients for a minimum of one (1) year.
- Prepares monthly/quarterly reports of activities and submits to supervisor on scheduled due date.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Pass Background Check and Drug Screen required
- Must have strong computer skills with ability to type 30 wpm
- Skilled in addressing the special needs of the homeless population, while displaying a compassionate and professional approach.
- Must demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills and strong organizational skills with paperwork
- Keeps a current CPR and First Aid certifications, required
- Valid TN D.L. with "F" endorsement required; "F" endorsement can be obtained once hired
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Higher Learning Degree preferred but not required
- Two (2) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience as well as previous experience working in chemical dependency field preferred. Adequate understanding of clients who have A & D and/or mental health issues.
- High School Diploma or GED
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
- Health
- Vision
- Dental insurance
- Paid Vacation and Sick time
- 401K
- Life Insurance (Company Paid)
- Life Insurance (Voluntary purchase)
- Optional: AFLAC policies available through payroll deduction
Buffalo Valley is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Buffalo Valley does not discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
