We are looking for a CDCA with Mental Health experience to provide Case Management Services to homeless individuals with chronic substance use disorder using a Housing First / Harm Reduction Model.  Participates in outreach and engagement, establishes therapeutic relationships, assesses complex problems, selects problem-solving interventions, and helps clients to function effectively.  Coordinates housing assistance and linkage to community resources and services.

SUD Case Manager - Full time position located at the Jimmy Heath House in OTR, Cincinnati, Ohio
 

• Makes face-to-face contacts with individuals who are homeless throughout Hamilton County to identify potential clients for program (includes making contact with homeless persons on the streets, parks, soup kitchens, shelters, health care facilities, jails, etc.).
• Initiates, coordinates, and monitors evaluations necessary to identify each client's needs in areas to include:  living arrangements, financial issues, benefit status, legal status, physical/psychiatric health, ac­tivities of daily living, vocational/educational, social supports, leisure and recreation.

• BA in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services or Addictions required.  MA preferred.
• Credentialing as a Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDCA) required.  LSW or LPC preferred.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use disorder.
• Knowledge and experience in Trauma Informed Care preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in Motivational Interviewing preferred.
• Successful applicant must pass pre-employment drug test.