The Emily Program·Seattle, Washington
Coordinate community-based resources and facilitate the admission and discharge processes for adolescent clients with eating disorders. Act as a liaison between the clinical team, external providers, and families to ensure cohesive recovery care.
Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That’s why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care.
Case Managers work in collaboration with the clinical team to identify, coordinate, and secure community-based resources to support the client’s ongoing treatment and recovery. The case manager also facilitates the admission and discharge process, coordinates outpatient care, and maintains up-to-date knowledge of relevant community resources and the procedures for accessing services from external providers and social agencies.
• $25.00 - $30.00/hour
Final compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for position.
Facilitate the client admission process by collaborating with the admissions team and on-site staff, ensuring all client needs are addressed before and during the intake.
Assess clients’ post-discharge needs, including ongoing treatment, lodging, and community resources.
Communicate discharge needs and plans with the treatment team to ensure cohesive care.
Partner with clients’ families or other support systems to assist with the development and execution of discharge plans.
Meet with clients weekly to assess post-discharge needs, providing ongoing support in planning and coordinating access to community-based resources.
Manage unplanned discharges, ensuring timely documentation and appropriate follow-up.
Coordinate the client’s conditional return to treatment, addressing any needs or challenges that arise.
Obtain necessary Releases of Information (ROIs) to facilitate communication with external providers, facilities, and client support networks.
Maintain a close working relationship with the treatment team to communicate updates, coordinate discharge dates, and address any evolving client needs.
Act as a liaison between the client, the treatment team, external providers, and social service agencies, ensuring all parties are aligned in the client’s care plan.
Partner with the Utilization Review team to ensure that all necessary clinical documentation is provided for continued stay reviews and insurance approvals.
Network with external organizations to build referral relationships, facilitating smooth transitions for clients needing additional or continued care post-discharge.
We understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits package. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing a range of plans to meet your needs.
Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in mental health, psychology, sociology, or a related field and a valid driver's license. Experience in mental health case management and a Social Worker license are preferred.
Market context
In Washington, case manager openings often reflect steady demand in community, behavioral health, and social service settings, where employers need people who can coordinate care across agencies and home visits. These roles are competitive because they typically require related experience, reliable transportation, and comfort working in varied community settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your driving, insurance, and travel readiness before applying.