Care Manager - Aurora
10 days ago
Aurora
Job DescriptionSalary: $26.44-$31.25/Hour About Paragon Behavioral Health Connections Paragon Behavioral Health Connections is a comprehensive behavioral health organization on a mission to positively impact individuals and families through compassionate, and client-centered care. Through community based or in-home services, and digital solutions as needed, we meet clients where they areboth physically and emotionallyto provide the right support at the right time. Serving communities across Colorado, we deliver equitable and creative one-stop behavioral health servicesproviding in-home mental health and substance use treatment, crisis stabilization, early childhood support, intensive outpatient programs, assertive community treatment, medication management, wrap around support and more. We believe care should meet people where they are, both physically and emotionally. Our approach is rooted in understanding, respect, innovation, and community collaboration. Our vision is to empower individuals and families with complex needs, helping them overcome challenges, build essential skills, and access the resources necessary to achieve long-term well-being. We offer a wide range of services, including step-down care from inpatient hospitalization for youth, comprehensive support for families, and specialized treatment for youth facing depression, trauma, behavioral challenges, and family conflict. Our adult programming includes intensive care management, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), integrated co-occurring IOP, individual and family therapy, medication management (including MAT), case management and peer support, supported employment/housing, and recovery services for mental health and substance use disorders Why Work With Paragon • Statewide Reach - Deliver care where its needed most. Were not region-limitedserve communities across Colorado, including rural and frontier areas with limited access to care., • Flexibility & WorkLife Balance - Own your schedule. Partner with families to set visit times that work for them (and you), so you can enjoy Colorados trails, slopes, and sunshine during off-peak hours., • Clinical Leadership & Support - Clinicians lead here. Our executive team includes licensed providers who shape business decisions with a care-first lens. We provide free licensure supervision and regular consultation to support your growthat no extra cost., • Comprehensive, Company-Paid Benefits - We cover health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurancecompany-paidso there are no premium deductions from your paycheck. Keep your full salary and your peace of mind., • Career Growth Opportunities - Grow with us. Explore new modalities and specializationssubstance use treatment, co-occurring IOP, ACT, early childhood services, community-based careand advance into leadership as we expand statewide. Behavioral Health • Conducts brief behavioral health assessments and screening to determine eligibility, treatment needs, and treatment options., • Assists in providing support for clients daily activities of daily living and parenting supports in a manner that promotes positive relationships, structure, and routines with families., • Assists clients in establishing goals and helping the clients in achieving individualized goals created in their treatment plan., • Crisis intervention., • Facilitates substance use groups and psychoeducational supports. Case Management • Directs the client in arranging necessary community support services, such as mental health services, public assistance, vocational training, and similar., • Documents all direct and indirect contacts with the youth, their family, and community support services., • Service plan development specifying goals and actions to address member needs, ensuring participation, and identifying a course of action; includes transition plan development., • Submits Progress Summaries to the referring agencies with ongoing recommendations and makes weekly contact with these agencies., • Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory duties: • None. Knowledge, skills, and abilities: • Strong written and oral communication skills via phone and face-to-face., • Understand HIPAA, protected health information, and confidentiality., • Proven ability to work with a high level of independence, maintain confidentiality, prioritize assignments, and manage time effectively., • Be committed to building trust and engagement with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds., • Strong conflict resolution skills., • Practice cultural awareness and a commitment to diversity and equity., • Demonstrates rational decision-making skills., • Knowledge of parenting skills, childhood developmental stages, and similar. Education: • A confirmed bachelors degree in a relevant field in Counseling, Social Work, or related field is required. Experience: • One year of relevant experience in Behavioral Health and/or Case Management is preferred., • A bi-lingual (Spanish speaking) applicant is preferred depending upon position location. Additional Requirements: • A valid drivers license and proof of automobile insurance are required., • This position requires living in or near the location of the posting. This role does require traveling to the homes and in the community of the clients we serve. Job Type: Full-time/Hourly Hourly Rate: $26.44-31.25 (Equivalent to $55,000-$65,000/year) Benefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Employee assistance program, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Professional development assistance, • Vision insurance Schedule: • Required to provide 2-3 evenings per week between 4-7 pm or 3-4 hours on a weekend (Sat or Sun.) to ensure our capacity to see children/adolescents., • Choose your own hours Education: • Bachelor's (Required) Experience: • Behavioral health: 1 year (Required), • Case management: 1 year (Required) Language: • Spanish (Preferred) Commitment to Equity Paragon Behavioral Health Connections is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with lived experience, to apply. remote work