Community Support Worker (CSW) - Behavioral Health Case Management
State of the Heart Recovery Inc · Albuquerque, NM · 1 mo ago
On-siteCustomer ServiceFull-time
What You Will Do
- Provide individualized case management and psychosocial support in community settings, including homes, shelters, and partner agencies.
- Conduct ongoing psychosocial assessments and develop recovery-oriented service plans with measurable goals.
- Absst clients with housing applications, landlord communication, and stabilization activities.
- Support vocational goals through resume building, interview preparation, and job readiness skill development.
- Provide crisis intervention and relapse prevention support in collaboration with clinical staff.
- Facilitate groups focused on recovery, life skills, and vocational development.
- Navigate community resources related to housing, employment, health care, benefits, and reintegration services.
- Collaborate with treatment teams to develop aftercare and discharge plans.
- Maintain timely, accurate documentation that complies with state, federal, and organizational standards.
- Participate in required meetings, supervision, and certification-related training.
- Demonstrate professionalism, trauma-informed communication, and ethical conduct in all field and office interactions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a human services field and one year of case management experience with the target population; or
- Associate degree in a human services field and two years of case management experience with the target population; or
- High school diploma or GED and three years of case management experience with the target population.
- Valid New Mexico CCSS Certification.
- Active New Mexico Medicaid Number and NPI number or ability to obtain both within 90 days.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance required for transporting clients.
- Current First Aid and CPR certifications preferred.
- Familiarity with Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT) preferred.
- Experience with motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and de-escalation preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic case management documentation.
- Ability to work independently in community settings and exercise effective judgment in dynamic situations.
- Demonstrated ability to provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and ethical care.