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CASE MANAGER: Full-time

Valley Hope of O’Neill, is expanding our team!  We have an exciting opportunity for a Case Manager to join our dedicated and passionate team!

At Valley Hope of O’Neill, the work of every team member matters. The work we do every day saves lives and builds hope for the future.

Valley Hope of O’Neill has served the Nebraska community with healing residential addiction treatment and recovery support since 1976.

Our work is mission-driven, supported by a strong culture of teamwork and a compassionate environment that is the foundation of the Valley Hope organization.

Per CMS Interim Rule, all Valley Hope employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive an approved medical/religious exemption.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • One (1) plus years of experience in a similar position and/or healthcare environment.
  • Bachelor’s or graduate degree in behavioral sciences, education, or social work.
  • One (1) plus years of work experience in substance abuse counseling industry.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

 

BENEFITS:

  • Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Tuition Assistance – Up to $10K annually; $45K maximum benefit
  • Student Loan Repayment
  • Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
  • 8 Paid Holidays (Including 1 Personal Holiday)
  • PTO – Up to 22 Days per year based on years of service
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
  • Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • And much more!

JOB SUMMARY:

  • Works under the supervision and direction of the Program Director.
  • Plans and assists with the implementation of continuing care for assigned patients.
  • Facilitates patient rehabilitation group sessions.
  • Provides education regarding substance use disorders, mental illness and prevention to patients, family members, and significant others.
  • Works with all relevant  and  interested  external  parties  including  family  members,  agencies, managed care organizations, and insurance companies.
  • Records treatment  activities  and  patient  observations  in  patient  records  accurately  and  timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Completes all clinical documentation  including  discharge  materials  in  an  accurate  and  timely manner.
  • Communicates with onsite supervisor about daily job duties and supervisory direction provided.
  • Communicates with  clinical  supervisors,  clinical  staff,  and  medical  staff  regarding  patients’ treatment and status.
  • Logs all supervision as per state requirements.

 SKILLS & ABILITIES:   

  • Strong oral  and  written  communication  skills  with  the  ability  to  clearly  and  concisely  articulate items and issues with others.
  • Ability to speak effectively with others including patients, co-workers, and vendors.
  • Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations within self,  including  managing  conflict  in  a professional manner.
  • Well-developed and proven organizational skills with the ability to manage one’s time, prioritize activities, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to respond with flexibility to changing needs and/or schedules.
  • Seeks out and is open to guidance and feedback from others regarding best practices.
  • Proficient in MS Office applications, which include Outlook, Word, and Excel.