Case Manager - Substance Use

Our Mission: Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

About Us Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a non-profit human services agency that improves lives of people in communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. We provide a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools and communities. We are privileged to touch lives of all ages, cultures and faiths.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Community Behavioral Health program focuses on providing support to clients to overcome cultural and linguistic barriers in order to gain access to needed behavioral health services with particular focus on substance use disorder (SUD) and addictions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Connect clients to appropriate clinical services, therapy and community resources while ensuring a holistic approach that addresses physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being.
• Works closely as a member of a treatment team in collaboration and coordination of care while monitoring, documenting, or reporting of client progress towards goals.
• Identify client’s risks, strengths, needs, resources and abilities to address barriers to meeting client goals and accessing resources.
• Develop and maintain a strong collaborative relationship with a wide range of community partners, resource networks, and team members.
• Document all activities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Education and/or Experience: At least one (1) year of experience working directly with individuals with substance use issues.

Credentials: Substance use credentials and/or combined experienced considered may include: CADC, CRM, QMHP, NCAC, LCSW, etc.

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to work well under pressure and work effectively in a multicultural setting, demonstrating excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills. General experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office. Ability to strictly adhere to HIPAA standards to ensure client confidentiality. Ability to develop strong collaborative relationships with a range of community partners.

Transportation: This position requires reliable transportation for business purposes, such as between work locations and community settings. This position is responsible for driving clients in a personal and/or agency vehicle.

Language Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak in English. Multilingual and culturally diverse individuals are encouraged to apply.

Clearances: Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender, ORCHARDS, SAM/OIG, motor vehicle records, and valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.

The Perks:  We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance.  Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year.  Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked). 12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year.  A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements.  Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employer.ase Manager

We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services Northwest team.  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCY.