Aftercare Case Manager

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a full-time, non-exempt Aftercare Case Manager for our organization. The Aftercare Case Manager will work directly with discharging residents, developing treatment and discharge plans, and providing crisis intervention.  S/he will maintain computerized case management files and be responsible for special projects as assigned.  We are looking for an energetic and outgoing individual to be a part of our team. Job duties will include the following:

Responsibilities:

• Assess residents upon their release from the program. 
• Assist aftercare clients in maintaining recovery and staying connected to NDI's program and resources, including job training, education, and money management.  Work closely with individuals in caseload. 
• Coordinate medical, legal, dental and/or psychological services as needed
• Work collaboratively with case managers and employment specialists
• Facilitate substance abuse treatment groups and/or specialty groups as assigned, including evenings as needed
• Keep client files current through the computerized case management system and maintain ongoing files (both computer and handwritten)
• Participate in conferences, workshops, special projects, staff meetings, and other events as assigned
• Facilitate aftercare and alumni activities including events, parties, outings and talent shows.
• Complete other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Educational background can be diverse, however, a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Drug and alcohol certification is required, but can be attained during employment.
• Must be knowledgeable in substance abuse issues, therapeutic interventions, and treatment planning, particularly as relevant to Therapeutic Communities
• Familiarity with Alcoholic Anonymous or other 12 step programs
• Working knowledge of community resources as they relate to substance abuse
• Experience and knowledge in working with a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Word processing skills required
• Veterans preferred
• Three (3) years of work experience is preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year clean and sober, if in recovery

New Directions is a well established long-term, residential care, substance abuse, and mental health organization.  Founded in 1992, the agency offers a comprehensive set of services for homeless male and female veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Please visit our site at www.ndvets.org for more information.

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision plans which are 100% paid by employer. We also offer supplemental insurance, 10 paid holidays, discount entertainment tickets, credit union services, paid time off, 403b retirement account w/employer match and company sponsored events. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Please send your resume and a copy of your driving record printout via fax to:

New Directions, Inc.     

Attn: Human Resources Dept.

11303 Wilshire Blvd., Bldg. 116

Los Angeles, CA 90073

Fax: (310)626-9740

Email: hr@newdirectionsinc.org