Case Manager

Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification): 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the social/behavioral sciences field, a working knowledge of the criminal justice system, understanding cognitive behavioral treatment and the principles of effective intervention.
• At least one year work experience with a correctional population preferred.
• Licensure as Social Worker, Professional Counselor or certification as Ohio Chemical Dependency Counselor is preferred.

Job Duties (Summary):

• Manages all aspects of individual caseload and individual case records and program records of residents assigned to them.
• Provides assessment of residents’ needs/risks to determine treatment plans.
• Performs intake procedures for new residents, which involves familiarizing these residents with rules and regulations of the facility.
• Apply behavior management system to manage residents’ behavior.
• Performs crisis intervention services.
• Prepares written reports.
• Attends staff meetings and other related meetings as required.
• Coordinates and implements individual and group counseling services to resident
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with various treatment facilities and with the general public.
• Makes court appearances as designated.
• Maintains strict confidentiality with respect to information obtained and processed in the operation of the facility.
• Conducts home and/or employment visits if needed.
• Transports residents to community resources as needed.
• Supplements facility coverage – subject to being called into work at any time due to emergency situations and/or coverage needs.
• Utilizes audio visual equipment.
• Performs other related duties as required.