Case Manager - Medication Assisted Opioid Treatment (Part-Time)

Company: RBHA
Location: Mechanicsville
Posted on: April 13, 2025

Job Description:

Description

Richmond Behavioral Health is hiring for a knowledgeable and collaborative Case Manager for our Medication Assisted Opioid Treatment Team. The individual selected will perform intermediate professional work assessing individual needs, developing, implementing and monitoring service delivery and assistance plans, coordinating and monitoring services with other agencies, counseling and assisting individuals, maintaining records and files, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the assigned supervisor.
Essential Functions
Assesses individual service needs, capabilities and appropriateness for services; presents options and services based upon a needs assessment.
Develops an individual service plan of care and services appropriate to the evaluation with the individual/family consensus; reviews and updates service plans.
Makes referrals and linkages to appropriate agencies for services; coordinates individual services and treatment with multiple service providers and agencies.
Evaluates the quality of services provided and changes in individuals condition and counsels individuals as necessary; evaluates individuals environment for safety, security, negative factors and productivity, and individuals knowledge of and ability to solve practical live problems and make successful life choices; compiles and analyzes data relating to complaints; identifies and works to resolve problems.
Plans and facilitates group sessions with individuals participating in community activities and/or to promote recovery and educate individuals, especially pertaining to medication assisted treatment.
Provides motivational counseling to individuals to facilitate/improve engagement in services that support recovery.
Participates in diversion control and utilizes the results of laboratory tests to improve individual engagement in treatment and recovery.
Assists with the orientation and training of newly hired staff.
Serves as liaison to public agencies and provides information regarding Authority programs and services.
Attends inter-disciplinary team meetings to discuss decisions for individual plan of care; provides or arranges transportation; assists with discharge planning.
Provides crisis intervention and prevention services.
Prepares a variety of reports and correspondence; prepares and maintains individual charts and other records utilizing electronic health records and other data bases
Attends meetings, staffings and conferences as they relate to individual, staff and program needs.
Attends court hearings; testifies in court.
Assists in curriculum development and resource tools.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of community and agency resources and programs of regional and state sources for the community service population; thorough knowledge of interviewing and supportive counseling techniques; thorough knowledge of social casework techniques; through l knowledge of human development and behavior, especially substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health concerns; knowledge of recovery principles; general knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of individual, family and group therapy; ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, orally and in writing; ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, medical professionals community partners, agencies, associates and the general public. Ability to work as a member of a team.

Position Requirements

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree with coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, sociology, health services or approved related field and moderate experience working with individuals with behavioral health disorders, especially substance use disorders.
Special Requirements
Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor by the Virginia Board of Counselors or eligible for supervision to qualify for this certification.
QSAP status upon hire.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part-Time

Open Date

2/20/2024

Close Date

About the Organization

Join the Fearless!

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond.

Our Mission:
RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve.

Our Vision:
An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential.

Our Values:
Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / Integrity

Creating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time.

RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin.

Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community. Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants.

Starting Salary Range

24.47

EOE Statement

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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