Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, fosters diversity, equality, inclusion, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Substance Abuse Case Manager is a non-exempt position responsible for providing services to individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders within the behavioral health continuum to include both Supported Housing and Intervention services.

• Respond to referrals in the Intervention Program and evaluate referred individuals for program appropriateness.
• Maintain a split caseload consisting of community-based clients and provide linkage to the necessary support services.
• Provide in-home intervention and education sessions related to substance abuse issues.
• Prepare assessments and assist with locating housing and/or linkage to the appropriate level of care.
• Collaborate with clients utilizing education, motivational interviewing techniques, focused discussions, advocacy, supportive counseling, and problem resolution.
• Coordinate the service planning process with the primary goal of assisting the client with achieving independent living.
• Provide information and linkage to community resources.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $41,600 salary
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field
• One (1) year experience working with substance abuse.
• Must obtain/maintain CPR and First-Aid certification within 90 days of employment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records platforms
• Must have a valid drivers' license with auto insurance coverage.

WHO WE ARE:

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture or gender identity. Our programs span a broad human service spectrum, from behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation or home care assistance for the elderly.

GCJFCS offers an opportunity to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor’s and Master’s level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we offer both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to fulfill state requirements at no cost to the employee.

Gulf Coast JFCS is an equal opportunity employer. Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers’ compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

EOE/Drug-Free Workplace/ E-Verify