CDAC Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.·Pensacola, Florida
The Care Manager coordinates comprehensive support for parents struggling with substance use, addressing mental health, medical, and financial stability needs. They collaborate with community and child welfare providers to advocate for families across Circuit 1.
CDAC Behavioral Healthcare is looking for someone to join the WISE team in Circuit 1. This program supports parents in Circuit 1 (Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton) who are struggling with substance use concerns.
The position requires clinical skills and experience with substance use and mental health disorders, parenting and family issues, and community resources. Candidate should have a working knowledge on the impact of substance use on parents. As part of the WISE Team, the Care Manger will coordinate and assist in addressing all the needs of the families to include substance use, mental health, medical, financial stability, and overall wellness. The Care Manager will work closely with community providers and with child welfare providers to advocate and assist in meeting these families' needs.
The candidate must demonstrate an understanding of ROSC (recovery-oriented systems of care) principles, case management and care coordination principles, and have experience working with people with substance use and mental health concerns. This position will serve all counties (Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton) of Circuit 1.
Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in social services field with at least two (2) years of relevant experience required. Master's degree preferred.
This permanent 10-month position includes a competitive, comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as participation in a 401(k)-retirement plan.
CDAC employment qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
CDAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CDAC maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with federal regulations and safety standards.
As marijuana remains illegal under federal law, we do not accommodate medical marijuana use-even if legally prescribed under Florida state law. All employment offers are contingent upon passing a drug screening.
Position requires a Level II Background and valid driver's license. CDAC is a drug-free workplace and requires testing for drugs as a condition of employment.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a social services field with at least two years of relevant experience, though a master's degree is preferred. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and pass a Level II Background check and drug screening.
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