Addictive Disease Case Manager at Highland Rivers Health in Rome, Georgia

Job Description:

One of Georgia's largest behavioral healthcare providers, Highland Rivers Behavioral Health provides compassionate, professional treatment and recovery services to adults, children, families and veterans affected by mental health issues, substance abuse and addiction, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our purpose is to help every individual recover and live independent, successful and fulfilling lives.Highland Rivers Behavioral Health is looking for a Case Manager for our Recovery In Motion facility in Rome, Georgia!Responsibilities include:

• Assist individuals with identifying aftercare needs and developing a discharge plan through interviews with the individual and family when appropriate, the treatment team and clinical staff.


• Participate in treatment team to assist with discharge planning needs


• Provide linkage to aftercare services by arranging appointments, transportation and supports.


• Monitor the individual's physical and emotional wellbeing and report unusual behavior or physical complaints to direct supervisor


• Assist individuals by providing ADLs supplies such as towels, wash cloths, soap, and keeping beds, clothing and living areas clean


• Assist in the admission and discharge process, including obtaining vital signs, safety search of individual and his/her personal belongings as well as orienting new individuals to the unit.


• Maintain clinical records and documentation according to agency policies


• Assist in prevention and managing crisis situations


• Respond appropriately to crisis situations that may involve physical intervention including the use of seclusion/restraint


• Provides direct care for individuals as needed.


• Transport individuals to approved designated location at discharge.


• Other responsibilities and tasks as may be assigned.