Department of Corrections Case Manager

. Serve as the primary contact for behavioral health services outside the counseling arena under the direct supervision of the Clinic Manager .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary contact for behavioral health services outside the counseling arena under the direct supervision of the Clinic Manager
Conduct new client intake and facilitate treatment program orientation
Complete wellness-check phone calls, progress notes, clinical documentation, and required service documentation
Coordinate internal support needs to reduce treatment barriers
Screen potential clients and schedule intake appointments
Assist with intake documentation, releases of information, care coordination letters, fee agreements, advanced directives, and language assistance forms
Monitor Medicaid and other insurance paperwork, completing required intake and discharge forms
Coordinate care with primary care providers and other mutual providers, including mental health treatment, DCS, and probation/parole
Arrange transportation as needed
Facilitate internal transfers between CMS locations and transfers to external MAT programs
Arrange courtesy dosing and request exceptions for take-home medication policy
Collaborate with counselors regarding AWOLs and abnormal drug screens
Facilitate and track the Substance Use Disorder Voucher process and communicate with clients
Work two days per week at the Columbus Broad St. location

What you’ll need

Must be 21 years of age
High school diploma or GED plus 2 years of qualifying education, behavioral health experience, or a combination of both
Associate degree plus 2 years full-time behavioral health work experience
Bachelor's degree plus 1 year full-time behavioral health work experience
Master's or Bachelor's in a behavioral health-related field
Valid state-issued driver's license
39-month MVR clearance required
Experience working with multi-cultural and low socio-economic individuals
Experience in an outpatient setting
Residential experience and knowledge of psychotropic medications
Knowledge of behavioral management, de-escalation methods, crisis intervention, and defusing techniques
Ability to apply crisis and de-escalation techniques to clients at various levels of crisis
Academic and working knowledge of DSM-5, community resources, clinical methods and procedures, and their application

Comp & perks