Job Information
WestCare Foundation Case Manager in North Highlands, California
Case Manager
Job Details
Job Location
North Highlands - 4616 Roseville Road - North Highlands, CA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$24.15 - $24.15 Hourly
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Person in this position will be responsible for the case management of a large caseload of participants in the STOP Program. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Case management of a large caseload of participants released from prison substance abuse programs.
Heavy documentation.
Coordination of various services throughout several agencies.
Travel to Community Based Providers in personal vehicle.
In-prison presentations.
Parole collaboration.
Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Experience and Competencies:
Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
Excellent language and interpersonal skills.
Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
Basic computer skills.
Good documentation skills.
Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain CDCR Clearance.
CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Minimum two (2) years’ experience working with the criminal justice population.
One (1) year case management experience is preferred.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.
High School diploma or its equivalent is required.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Not applicable for this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed primarily in an office, residential, or outpatient setting.
Regional travel is required.