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Care Manager, Community Transition (Williams)

Heritage Behavioral Health Center
52000.00 To 60000.00 (USD) Annually
United States, Illinois, Decatur
Mar 27, 2026
Transform Lives. Build Community. Be the Bridge to Independence. Position Title: Williams Care Manager - Assessment Clinician Location: [Decatur, IL] Job Type: Full-Time Make an Impact That Matters Join a mission-driven team at the forefront of behavioral health transformation. Our organization is dedicated to helping individuals with severe mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders transition from institutional care into independent, community-based living. As part of the Williams Consent Decree initiative, you'll play a critical role in advancing recovery, dignity, and choice-supporting individuals in living fulfilling lives in the least restrictive environment possible. About the Role The Williams Care Manager - Assessment Clinician is more than a clinician-you are a connector, advocate, and change agent. In this role, you'll guide individuals through one of the most important transitions of their lives, coordinating care, conducting assessments, and collaborating across systems to ensure long-term success. What You'll Do Care Coordination & Transition Planning Lead and coordinate transitions from nursing facilities to community placements Develop and implement individualized, person-centered transition plans Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including medical providers, housing specialists, and recovery supports Clinical Assessment & Support Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments Provide ongoing clinical services before, during, and after transition Apply trauma-informed, strengths-based, and recovery-oriented practices Collaboration & Advocacy Serve as a key liaison between nursing facilities, community providers, and state partners Represent the agency in case reviews, meetings, and system discussions Build strong partnerships to ensure continuity of care Compliance & Documentation Complete and submit all required reports accurately and on time Track consent decree benchmarks and ensure compliance Maintain high standards of documentation and accountability Continuous Improvement Participate in trainings and program development efforts Support data tracking, outcomes reporting, and quality improvement initiatives What You Bring Passion for mission-driven, recovery-oriented work Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills Ability to navigate complex systems and coordinate care effectively Excellent communication and collaboration skills Commitment to person-centered, trauma-informed care Education & Compensation Bachelor's Degree: $25.00/hour + Every Other Friday Off Master's Degree: $60,000 annually + Every Other Friday Off Additional compensation available for certifications/licensure: CADC, LPC, LSW, LCSW, LCPC Why Join Us? Be part of a transformative statewide initiative Work alongside a passionate, multidisciplinary team Enjoy a flexible schedule with built-in work-life balance Opportunities for professional growth and advancement Make a lasting impact in the lives of individuals and communities Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and help redefine what recovery and independence look like.