Mental Health and Substance Abuse Case Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Lifescape Recovery is searching for a motivated, organized, fast-paced, and articulate individual to work as a Case Manager for one of our mental health and substance abuse IOP Treatment Centers in Los Angeles.

This position requires you to be assertive, and organized, work without requiring constant oversight, and be able to manage a steady caseload. You must be knowledgeable and efficient in all Microsoft Office programs, and KIPU Electronic Medical Records. Must have experience with the intake and admissions process and be able to help wherever needed. Life Landscaping, Inc. is a rapidly growing business in mental health and substance abuse treatment and we need a Case Manager to hit the ground running!

Principal Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with treatment team members.

Responsible for providing individual case management for clients in an Intensive Outpatient setting.

Create a Client Intake Care Plan for the first 2 weeks of treatment, and subsequently thereafter.

Responsible for making appointments to address client needs, that includes but is not limited to court dates, hearings, medical appointments etc.

Create Release of Information for all responsible parties in client's case, including but not limited to social workers, probation officers, medical doctors, psychiatrist, case workers, health care.

Establish relationships with community-based providers for referrals.

Conduct daily case management sessions with new intakes and your case load.

Facilitate groups.

Present status of Case Management Care Plan in weekly Case Conference Meeting.

Collect necessary data for reporting purposes; complete reports as assigned and submit to Clinical Director.

Maintain confidentiality for all client information including documents that contain patient identifier information and adhere to HIPPA laws.

Maintain standards of cleanliness, organization for work station, community room and other areas of use.

Complete addiction and cultural competency trainings effectively and efficiently, and other required trainings each year.

Demonstrate courtesy, mutual respect and compassion in dealing with others.

Initiate and present positive solutions to problems.

Project a positive professional image and adhere to organizational dress code.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Certified Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor (preferred) or registered with one of the agencies accredited by the NCCA and recognized by DHCS
• Two Years experience as a case manager
• Able to navigate Electronic Heath Recording Systems (KIPU)
• Experience with administering the ASAM, ASI and other substance abuse assessment tools
• Must have valid California driver's license
• Excellent written, oral, organizational and documentation skills
• Perform multiple tasks while demonstrating the ability to work within a team structure
• Must maintain a current First Aid/CPR Certification, physical exam, and Tuberculosis test results.

Preferred:

Experience working with an inter disciplinary team (LCSW, MDs, Counselors, Case Managers)

Experience working with substance abuse, mental health and co-occurring disorders

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm

Life Landscaping, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

License/Certification:

• CADAC or RADT (Required)

Work Location: In person

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.