Horizon Behavioral Heal·Amherst County, Virginia
The Case Manager provides assessments, supportive counseling, and advocacy for adolescents and transitional aged youth with mental health or substance abuse issues. They are responsible for linking clients to essential community resources such as housing, employment, and medication-assisted treatment.
full-time (37.5 hours per week), with full-time benefits
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501 – Amherst, VA 24521
The Case Manager promotes and supports adolescents and transitional aged youth who are at risk of developing or have mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Services include assessments, supportive level counseling, advocacy, and link/referral to needed services as indicated in the ISP. Case Manager will link, and coordinate identified client and/or family needs (e.g., medication assisted treatment, housing, employment, etc.). This position is a grant-based position and may come to an end with the ending of grant funding.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in an applicable human services field. Or relevant education, which indicates that the individual possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
A minimum of one year of relevant mental health, and/or substance abuse work experience with the identified population, or a combination thereof that demonstrates candidate possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities; and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the individual possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/ [https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/]
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a human services field or equivalent knowledge and at least one year of relevant experience with the target population. A valid driver's license and the ability to pass behavioral intervention training are mandatory.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Virginia commonly draw steady demand as agencies and treatment programs look for clinicians who can support counseling, care coordination, and recovery services. These positions are competitive because a valid CSAC license is required, while a psychology or counseling degree and treatment-industry experience are preferred; benefits often include PTO and health-related coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your licensure details before applying.
