Cradles Case Manager

Description

Position: Cradles Case Manager

Reports to: Program Manager

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (occasional evenings and/or weekend hours may be required)

Travel: Office and various community areas (Houston & surrounding areas)

Status: Salary non-exempt

The Council on Recovery is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization whose mission is to keep our community healthy, productive and safe by providing services and information to all who may be adversely affected by alcohol, drugs, and related issues.

The Cradles Case Manager provides community-based intervention, outreach services and evidence-based education to parents with children under the age of six OR expecting parents who have one or more risk factors for substance use. The Cradles Case Manager works one-on-one with parents to evaluate needs and risks, develop individualized strength-based service plans, offer case management services, and create space for families to engage in fun, healthy, sober free experiences.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or another related field, or
• LCDC-I; or LCDC (strongly preferred)
• Minimum of two years in the field of Behavioral Health, to include substance use experience
• Minimum of two years’ case management experience
• Previous experience working with vulnerable families/teens in the substance use field
• Working knowledge of client/community resources and experience in developing relationships
• Experience leading groups and teaching to vulnerable client populations
• Experience working independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Bilingual (strongly preferred)

• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal
• Punctual and accurate in submitting monthly statistical reports on services provided
• Good decision-making skills
• Ability to work as a team member
• Able to conduct himself/herself in a professional manner
• Needs reliable transportation
• Valid and current automobile insurance required for all vehicles driven for work purposes

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. They may be supplemented as necessary; these additions are not to be construed as exhaustive.