CDCA Case Manager

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions (LBHS) offers a full continuum of care, including outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, residential treatment, psychiatric services, and medication‑assisted treatment. We take pride in creating a welcoming, compassionate environment where individuals feel supported. Our team believes in every client’s ability to achieve recovery and rebuild meaningful, engaged lives in their communities. Position: Case Manager (CDCA) Provide support services and foster community by assessing the needs of clients and developing and implementing comprehensive plans to address those needs. This position reports to a Case Management Supervisor. Duties and Responsibilities Coordinates and provides safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, culturally sensitive, client‑centered care. For SUD Clients: Handles case assignments, assesses barriers to recovery in various life domains, drafts SUD case‑management‑specific service plans, and reviews progress in case‑management goals. For MH Clients: Handles case assignments, assesses barriers to recovery, coordinates mental health treatment planning including goals for CPST services, and works collaboratively with clinical counselors, psychiatrists, and/or nurse practitioners in developing the treatment plan. Familiar with diagnostic assessments completed for clients served, including review of diagnosis, identification of current symptoms, risk, functioning, and identified needs in life domains (Z‑Codes) to determine eligibility for Case Management or CPST services and appropriate level of care. Works collaboratively following up with clinical counselors, psychiatrists, and/or nurse practitioners in development of the treatment plan. Adheres to Lighthouse’s protocol for appropriate "care management" activities as part of the continuum of services to meet each client’s defined needs and treatment plan requirements. Provides follow‑up and appropriate referrals to community resources; collaborates and coordinates services to ensure continuity of care and efficiency across systems for early recovery. Provides linkage and assistance in accessing inpatient or more restrictive treatment as medically necessary. Stays abreast of best practices in intervention modalities to maintain high‑quality care management that is medically necessary for the client‑specific treatment plan. Evaluates daily‑living functioning and assists clients in creating goals to improve daily living. Completes billing and documentation accurately and in a timely manner. Sees clients weekly or as clinically appropriate according to client level of care. Ensures all community activities comply with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and mental health laws and regulations on confidentiality of PHI. Keeps abreast of community resources and makes needed referrals to meet client needs promptly. Coordinates and collaborates with other community agencies regarding client treatment to promote positive outcomes; participates in community collaboration meetings. Advocates and raises awareness on behalf of clients for community and local services to meet client needs. Required Qualifications CDCA certification Current State of Ohio Driver’s License and active insurance Pass BCI check, all Corporate Compliance checks, and employment drug screen Desired Qualifications Knowledge of Job and Family Services procedures Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a directly related human service field 2 years relevant experience in case management, social services, or a related field Schedule Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Compensation range $20.19 – $26.60 per hour Location Lancaster, OH Benefits Paid time off (PTO and sick time), paid holidays, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid continuing education with supervision, parental leave, and eligibility for loan forgiveness programs. Equal Opportunity Employer LBHS is an equal‑opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, genetics, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. LBHS adheres to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act as amended, Ohio Civil Rights Act, and all applicable rules and regulations. LBHS is an equal‑opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions