Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Seeking: Case Manager 

Requirements

• Minimum of AOD Registration is required.
• AOD Certification is preferred.  
• Registration/Certification must be obtained from a California-approved Counselor Certification Organization (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP).

Full Time Hours: Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance:

• Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Our Benefits: 

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Escondido Comprehensice Treatment Center (CTC), located in Escondido, CA is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our clinical team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Your Job as a Case Manager:

The Case Manager is a clinical professional who manages the patients' cases with a solid background of clinical knowledge and expertise and may be responsible for providing some therapeutic services to patients. The Case Manager provides quality care through developing, implementing, managing and evaluating patient care plans. 

Your Responsibilities as a Case Manager:

• Provides quality care through developing, implementing, managing, and evaluating patient care plans;
• Collects clinical data, correlates this clinical data, and provides clinical input to the treatment team;
• Conveys medical criteria and clinical information between the insurance provider and treatment team as warranted;
• May also correlate clinical data for the business office as required.
• Providing case management and care coordination services for patients in the clinic;
• Responsible for coordinating the continuum of care activities for assigned patients and ensuring optimum utilization of resources, service delivery, and compliance with external agencies and referral sources requirements;
• May also be responsible for conducting individual, and family educational sessions, various duties related to coordinating treatment and discharge activities, as needed;
• Coordinates in a timely manner, issues or activities relevant to the team, and/or to the team’s relationship within the facility or treatment milieu; and,
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation for roles at Escondido CTC varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Escondido CTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.

Role Location: California

Calculated Salary Range for role: $29.00 - $38.00 per hour

Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility

Your Skills and Qualifications as a Case Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or related Human Service field.
• 1-2 years of experience working in behavioral health setting.
• Experience with the substance/opioid use population served by the clinic is highly preferred.
• Previous experience in case management and/or utilization review.

Ideal Experience:

• Previous experience providing case management or care coordination services in addiction recovery, behavioral health, or related settings (e.g., outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities).

• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs and protocols, including support for patients prescribed methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone.

• Experience conducting psychosocial assessments, developing individualized service plans, and linking patients to appropriate community resources and support services.

• Working knowledge of evidence-based practices relevant to care coordination, such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), harm reduction strategies, and relapse prevention planning.

• Strong documentation skills, including maintaining case notes, service plans, and progress updates in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

• Understanding of regulatory requirements and confidentiality laws (e.g., HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and Joint Commission standards).

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including counselors, medical providers, and peer support staff.

Licenses/Certifications: 

• AOD Registration is required.
• AOD Certification is preferred.  
• Registration/Certification must be obtained from a California-approved Counselor Certification Organization (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP).

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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