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WestCare Foundation Case Manager in Chico, California

Case Manager

Job Details

Job Location

Chico - 2585 Ceanothus - Chico, 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.

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