Aftercare Coordinator - Case Manager

 Exciting opportunity to join our established and expanding organization. Accredited by The Joint Commission, Hudson Behavioral Health is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization providing Behavioral Health Treatment in Salisbury, Maryland. Since its inception in 1980, Hudson Behavioral Health has been providing cutting edge treatment for Substance Use and other co-occurring disorders. Our services include Detoxification, Inpatient Rehabilitation, Partial Hospitalization, Treatment, Transitional Housing and Outpatient Mental Health.

The Residential Aftercare Coordinator and Case Manager ensures smooth transitions from residential treatment to community-based care. This role provides discharge planning, coordinates aftercare services such as outpatient treatment, recovery housing, and MAT, and assists patients with applications for essential supports. The coordinator works closely with patients, families, referral sources, and the treatment team to promote continuity of care and positive recovery outcomes.

• Develop and implement individualized discharge plans, ensuring linkage to appropriate outpatient treatment services (mental health, substance use disorder, and/or MAT), recovery housing, and other community-based supports.
• Assist patients in completing applications for aftercare services, including State Care Coordination and other recovery resources.
•  Schedule and confirm patients’ initial follow-up appointments, providing written details (date, time, location, and contact information) prior to discharge.
• Document all patient interactions, discharge planning activities, and referrals in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Compile and transmit all necessary records to referral sources as part of the discharge packet (e.g., medical notes, lab results, psychiatric documentation, releases of information, and other required materials).
• Coordinate with the clinical team to verify timely completion of discharge summaries and ensure transmission to referral sources within established timeframes.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and maintain open communication with all treatment staff to support continuity of care.
• Support patients in completing applications for essential services (e.g., Social Security benefits, health insurance, and vital records) within required deadlines.
•  Track and maintain aftercare and outcome data, ensuring accurate entry into Excel spreadsheets and other reporting systems as assigned.
• Monitor compliance of clinical documentation by maintaining checks and balances to ensure timeliness, accuracy, and adherence to agency and regulatory standards.
• Arrange patient transportation as needed and provide backup support to the Fleet Manager.

Our Benefit Package includes:

Generous Paid Leave

401K like retirement (503-C) with company matching of 4%.

Competitive Salary

PTO (Vacation Pay, Holiday Pay, and Sick Pay)

Health Insurance with FHSA

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Care

Disability Insurance

Gym Membership Reimbursement

 Qualifications/Experience: 

Required

• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and maintain a professional, client-centered approach.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, ethical standards, and professional boundaries in compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and agency policies.

Preferred (Not Required)

• Human services, psychology, social work 2 year degree, or a related field OR equivalent experience in case management or substance use/behavioral health services.
• Previous experience working in addiction treatment, behavioral health, or case management.
• Knowledge of community resources, recovery housing, MAT providers, and Maryland State Care Coordination programs.