Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $26.44 $31.25/hour
Job Description - ACT Care Manager - Adams/Denver County
About Paragon Behavioral Health Connections
Paragon Behavioral Health Connections is a Colorado technology-powered behavioral health organization offering seamless digital health and in-home services. Paragon offers comprehensive care that is convenient for where people live. Our vision is to provide services to families with complex needs, help resolve challenges, and obtain skills and resources to achieve well-being. Paragons comprehensive services support youth, adults and families through challenges as they step down from inpatient hospitalization, comprehensive support for families with child welfare-involvement, and services for youth and adults with complex needs including depression, behavioral challenges, trauma, family conflict, and substance use.
Position Overview
Paragon Behavioral Health Connections is seeking a compassionate and community-focused ACT Care Manager to deliver high-quality, client-centered behavioral health and case management services in Broomfield and Adams County. This key frontline role supports adults with complex needs through Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)-informed practices, including crisis intervention, integrated care, and housing navigation. The Care Manager collaborates within a multidisciplinary team to provide services directly in the community and client homes, promoting independence and long-term stability. Applicants must hold a bachelors degree in a behavioral health-related field and have relevant experience in behavioral health or case management.
This role reports to the Team Lead and operates as part of a shared caseload model.
Why Join Paragon?
We are not regionally based, which means we can provide services statewide to those in need. This allows you to support not only those who live in your region but also those who have a harder time accessing care in rural communities of Colorado.
- Autonomous Environment: You have flexibility to manage and accomplish tasks, use creative problem-solving, and work independently as long as the end product of your efforts meets organizational goals.
- Clinical Leadership & Support: Paragons executive team includes licensed providers engaged in business decisions and planning, ensuring the provider perspective is always included. They also provide licensure supervision as an added perk of employment and is provided at no additional cost to you.
- Benefits: Paragon pays the full health insurance premiums for employees and their families through United Healthcare. Employees also have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with ComPsych, provided through employer-paid Equitable benefits. Additionally, Paragon offers fully paid dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance coverage through Equitable, ensuring you receive your maximum take-home salarywell after taxes, of course.
- Career Development: Paragon is consistently growing, which means there is room for growth. As we expand our services and community reach, staff can grow in their areas of interest and expertise.
Position Summary
This position is based in Adams/Denver County and requires traveling to client homes and within communities. The Care Manager provides direct behavioral health and case management services to adults and families with complex needs, including individuals served through ACT-informed practices.
Schedule
- Required to provide 23 evenings per week between 48 pm to support client availability.
- Occasional weekend or crisis coverage as needed for team coverage.
Key Responsibilities
Behavioral Health
- Conduct brief initial behavioral health screenings to determine eligibility and treatment needs.
- Crisis support: Offer immediate, non-clinical de-escalation, ensure safety, and coordinate with clinical team or crisis services.
- Psychoeducational groups: Lead or co-facilitate structured groups focused on skill-building (e.g., coping skills, communication, goal setting), based on approved curriculum.
- Substance use interventions: Co-facilitate or lead non-clinical groups and individual client support focused on education, relapse prevention, or targeted care management support under supervision.
- Collaborate in a shared caseload model to ensure consistent care for clients across the team.
- Support clients in developing and achieving treatment goals using motivational interviewing and strengths-based practices.
- Offer assistance with activities of daily living, skill building, and developing home routines that foster independence and stability.
Case Management
- Coordinate and navigate social service systems such as Medicaid/Medicare, housing supports, and Medicaid waivers.
- Maintain thorough documentation of all service-related contacts.
- Develop service and transition plans in collaboration with clients.
- Provide community-based services in natural settings, supporting clients in real-life environments.
- Apply ACT principles such as assertive engagement, integrated care, and a no-dropout approach.
Housing
- Assist clients with navigating housing systems, including completing applications for subsidized housing, transitional housing, or supportive housing programs.
- Collaborate with team members to identify barriers to housing, such as credit issues, criminal history, or lack of documentation, and develop plans to address them.
- Provide accompaniment to housing appointments or inspections, when necessary, to support client self-advocacy and engagement.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None
Required Knowledge & Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Understanding of HIPAA, confidentiality, and protected health information.
- High level of independence, time management, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Commitment to cultural awareness, equity, and working with diverse populations.
- Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
- Familiarity with motivational interviewing.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field (required).
Experience
- Minimum one year of relevant experience in behavioral health and/or case management (required).
- Experience working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions and/or ACT teams is strongly preferred.
- Experience with housing navigation is a plus
- Spanish-speaking/bilingual candidates preferred.
Additional Requirements
- Valid drivers license and auto insurance.
- Must live in or near the community served.
Position Details
Job Type: Full-time, hourly paid
Compensation:$26.44 $31.25/hour (equivalent to $55,000 $65,000 annually)
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible work hours
- Discretionary Time Off (DTO)
- 401(k)retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional development support
- Referral bonuses
Diversity & Inclusion
Paragon Behavioral Health Connections is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.