Substance Use Disorder Residential Care Coordinator

Job overview

The Substance Use Disorder Residential Care Coordinator role is onsite in London, KY. Compensation is not specified. The coordinator supports adults receiving residential substance use disorder treatment and reports to the residential program director. The coordinator assesses client needs, connects clients with medical, behavioral health, social, housing, education, and employment resources, and supports transitions across levels of care. Through referrals, provider communication, crisis assistance, and discharge planning, the role helps maintain continuity of care and supports recovery.

What you'll do

• Conduct screenings and intakes for residential clients entering SUD services at levels 3.5 and 3.1
• complete transitions between levels of care from 3.5 to 1.0
• manage and review MCO authorizations
• refer clients to psychiatric, medical, social, educational, and support services
• coordinate with providers and document care in clinical records and treatment plans
• develop aftercare plans and submit referral documentation
• manage client and telehealth appointments
• respond to emergencies and provide crisis assistance
• maintain communication with referring providers
• support warm handoffs and follow-up.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

substance use disorder

residential care coordinator

care coordination

recovery services

asam levels of care

intakes and referrals

crisis assistance

london ky

cumberland river behavioral health

40 hours per week

local and regional travel

bachelor’s degree required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, human services, or a related field; experience with ASAM levels of care is required. Work is structured in eight-hour blocks totaling 40 hours per week, with schedules adjustable for agency needs; regular local, regional, and state travel is required.

About the employer

332098 Cumberland River Behavioral Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.