Job Details

Job Location: Pine Tree Recovery Center LLC - Portland, ME 04103

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 Salary

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day (First Shift)

Position Purpose:

The Care Manager is responsible to affect a safe, comfortable and supportive environment for the clients participating in the program. The Care Manager assists clients adjusting to the program routine. The Care Manager documents progress in the medical record and assists the clients with all case management activities.

Qualifications

Position Requirements/Qualifications

Education: Preferred Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university or equivalent. Experience may substitute for a degree. Minimum of a high school diploma. Detox Only: Bachelor’s Degree required in related field SUD Maine Only: Minimum of High School Diploma or GED if a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) and/or a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) with clear and active license SUD Texas Only: Minimum of an associate's degree if a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) or Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern (LCDC-I).

Experience: At least twelve months’ experience working in the behavioral health field. Detoxification experience preferred (Detox Counselor Position Only).

Licensure/Certification: Florida Requirement: Substance Use: CRSS certification and above (preferred or willing/able to obtain). CAC, CAP, LMHC, LCSW or Registered Intern with active clear license or certification in good standing. Experience may substitute except where license or certification is required by licensing standards.

Knowledge and Training Required at Time of Hire: Knowledge of the Principles and Practices of the addictions and mental health field. Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards. Demonstrates Proficiency in Communication & Written skills. Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality laws. Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies. Knowledge of Workplace Violence Policies. Knowledge of addictions and mental health complications.

Specific Areas of Responsibility to Position:

Work with 3rd parties to connect client to appropriate after care setting, which includes: Obtaining necessary releases of information (ROI) from clients Provide documentation to outside parties when necessary, for client continued programming (ie. Court attorney, FMLA letters or supporting documentation). Stay in close communication with the clinical team to determine aftercare recommendations. Contacting potential referring agency Coordinate with client, family and receiving provider for successful transition. Assist with discharge planning and documentation, which includes: Follow up with Clinical Director/Nursing to confirm discharge date and time. Complete required discharge planning paperwork Coordinate transportation for client’s transition from the facility to the receiving facility if applicable.