University of Alabama at Birmingham
CASE MANAGER I-SUBSTANCE ABUSE
University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
Job Description - CASE MANAGER I-SUBSTANCE ABUSE (T231642)
CASE MANAGER I-SUBSTANCE ABUSE - ( T231642 )
Overview CASE MANAGER I-SUBSTANCE ABUSE
University of Alabama at Birmingham
The position screens, assesses and provides case management to drug dependent offenders referred by the criminal courts of Jefferson County; maintains records, completes necessary forms and composes correspondence as required; collects and analyzes data; prepares a variety of special and recurring analyses and reports; serves as a liaison with other organizations and provides information regarding various department services and programs; attends court and goes to the jails when necessary; and acts in a caring and courteous manner towards all patients, guests, visitors, students and staff.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive case management, support, and advocacy to individuals possessing low to moderate risk/needs scores for criminogenic behavior/cognition.
Promote the health and wellbeing of individuals and families affected by maladaptive behaviors, cognition, substance abuse, and mental illness.
Administer comprehensive, evidence‑based screening and assessment to identify behavioral health needs and other risk factors that may require further intervention.
Develop individualized plans of care that address medical and psychological needs, housing, vocational/educational needs, transportation, substance abuse and social support needs.
Provide case plan monitoring and ongoing support through the recovery process and coordinate discharge planning, developing aftercare plans and linkage with community resources and other services to meet ongoing needs.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics
Bachelor's degree in Human Service, Social Service or related field.
Preferred prior or current CRO certification by the Alabama Office of the Courts (or ability to obtain within 9 months).
Familiarity with criminal justice populations, mental health issues, and risk/needs assessments.
Comfortable with data entry into software systems.
Experience working in various settings, including courtroom and office environments.
Familiarity with the MIDAS software system.
Follow training to facilitate the Certified Ohio Risk Assessment (ORAS)/MIDAS evaluation.
Follow guidelines to facilitate case planning with program participants.
Follow case management guidelines according to the case plan developed from the ORAS evaluation.
Follow Federal Health Information Privacy Guidelines.
Follow guidelines for sending participants for increased mental health evaluation.
MVR (clean driving history needed).
Hourly range: $19.80–$32.15.
Qualifications Education
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Community Health and Human Services or a related field is required. Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.
ORAS Risk/Needs/Responsivity Assessment Certification (National/State required) for community supervision/case management or VPRAI‑R Pretrial Risk Assessment (National/State required) for evaluating individuals’ level of risk for community supervision/case management is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location University
Job Category Clerical & Administrative
Organization 311702100 Psych-Substance Abuse
Employee Status Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite
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CASE MANAGER I-SUBSTANCE ABUSE - ( T231642 )
Overview CASE MANAGER I-SUBSTANCE ABUSE
University of Alabama at Birmingham
The position screens, assesses and provides case management to drug dependent offenders referred by the criminal courts of Jefferson County; maintains records, completes necessary forms and composes correspondence as required; collects and analyzes data; prepares a variety of special and recurring analyses and reports; serves as a liaison with other organizations and provides information regarding various department services and programs; attends court and goes to the jails when necessary; and acts in a caring and courteous manner towards all patients, guests, visitors, students and staff.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive case management, support, and advocacy to individuals possessing low to moderate risk/needs scores for criminogenic behavior/cognition.
Promote the health and wellbeing of individuals and families affected by maladaptive behaviors, cognition, substance abuse, and mental illness.
Administer comprehensive, evidence‑based screening and assessment to identify behavioral health needs and other risk factors that may require further intervention.
Develop individualized plans of care that address medical and psychological needs, housing, vocational/educational needs, transportation, substance abuse and social support needs.
Provide case plan monitoring and ongoing support through the recovery process and coordinate discharge planning, developing aftercare plans and linkage with community resources and other services to meet ongoing needs.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics
Bachelor's degree in Human Service, Social Service or related field.
Preferred prior or current CRO certification by the Alabama Office of the Courts (or ability to obtain within 9 months).
Familiarity with criminal justice populations, mental health issues, and risk/needs assessments.
Comfortable with data entry into software systems.
Experience working in various settings, including courtroom and office environments.
Familiarity with the MIDAS software system.
Follow training to facilitate the Certified Ohio Risk Assessment (ORAS)/MIDAS evaluation.
Follow guidelines to facilitate case planning with program participants.
Follow case management guidelines according to the case plan developed from the ORAS evaluation.
Follow Federal Health Information Privacy Guidelines.
Follow guidelines for sending participants for increased mental health evaluation.
MVR (clean driving history needed).
Hourly range: $19.80–$32.15.
Qualifications Education
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Community Health and Human Services or a related field is required. Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.
ORAS Risk/Needs/Responsivity Assessment Certification (National/State required) for community supervision/case management or VPRAI‑R Pretrial Risk Assessment (National/State required) for evaluating individuals’ level of risk for community supervision/case management is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location University
Job Category Clerical & Administrative
Organization 311702100 Psych-Substance Abuse
Employee Status Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite
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