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Senior Case Manager - Adult Residence
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Passaic, NJ, 07055
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Overview
St. Mary's General Hospital, located in Passaic, NJ, is a community-based tertiary medical center focused on providing quality, compassionate care. It is an acute care hospital providing a broad range of services including cardiovascular services as well as a comprehensive program for cancer care. The hospital is also a center of excellence for maternal-child health and outpatient behavioral health services. It is the only hospital in Passaic and with over 550 physicians and 1,000 employees, and is one of the largest employers in the county. Every member of the St. Mary's General team is committed to providing respectful, personalized, high-quality care. St. Mary's General Hospital is a member of Prime Healthcare, which has been lauded as a "Top 15 Healthcare System" by Truven Health Analytics. For information, visit www.smh-nj.com.
Responsibilities
FOR INTEGRATED CASE MANAGEMENT, AND RESIDENTIAL: Provides community-based mental health case management. Degree and scope of service intervention vary based on program as well as the changing needs of the individual. FOR ADOLESCENT PARTIAL CARE, ADULT PARTIAL CARE, AND ACUTE PARTIAL HOSPITAL: Responsible for providing direct care services including individual and group counseling, support and other activities; participating in comprehensive assessment, development of treatment and discharge planning; maintaining clinical documentation, participating in and facilitating family and collateral meetings, team meetings and case conferences to ensure continuity of care.#LI-NH2
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING EDUCATION: 1. Masters degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work or rehabilitation. 2. Bachelor’s degree candidates currently enrolled in a Graduate Program and with additional experience will be considered on a case by case basis. 3. Two years mental health experience. 4. Bachelors’ level candidates will need 3 years relevant experience with at least 1 year in a mental health case management position. 5. Comprehensive understanding of mental health services and role of case managers in mental health services. 6. Valid New Jersey Driver’s License.Pay Transparency
St. Mary's General Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $24.75 to $27.69. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full TimeShift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Holding a master's degree in social work, psychology, or rehabilitation significantly boosts candidacy for this position. Coupled with at least two years in mental health case management and familiarity with New Jersey's healthcare landscape, these credentials align well with the expectations for senior-level responsibilities.
This role emphasizes integrated community-based support, balancing direct client interaction with comprehensive treatment planning. Unlike some outpatient positions, it requires active facilitation of family meetings and team coordination, ensuring continuity across residential and partial hospitalization settings.
Professionals often progress toward leadership roles such as Director of Resident Services or Program Manager within healthcare systems. Extensive experience managing community-based mental health cases can also open doors to specialized clinical or administrative positions.
At Prime Healthcare’s St. Mary’s, the role integrates acute care with community mental health supports, leveraging a collaborative model among 550+ physicians. This fosters a comprehensive approach unique to the region’s healthcare demands, emphasizing personalized, respectful patient care.
Navigating a diverse patient population in a busy tertiary center requires adaptability, especially balancing acute hospital and outpatient behavioral health needs. The senior manager must align case management strategies with Prime Healthcare’s standards while addressing local community health disparities.
A valid New Jersey driver’s license is essential due to community outreach components. While not always mandatory, certifications like Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) credentials elevate credibility and align with regional licensing preferences.
Compensation generally ranges from $24.75 to $27.69 hourly, reflecting Passaic’s competitive healthcare sector. This figure incorporates experience, education, and licensure, aligning with regional cost of living and the demand for skilled mental health case managers in adult residential programs.
Passaic exhibits strong demand driven by its large healthcare infrastructure and aging population. While neighboring counties like Bergen and Essex offer opportunities, Passaic’s concentration of acute and behavioral health services creates a particularly competitive environment for senior case management roles.
This role uniquely blends community-based mental health case management with active participation in clinical documentation, family meetings, and discharge planning. Unlike broader resident care coordinators, it demands nuanced knowledge of integrated behavioral health programs and acute psychiatric partial care.
Prime Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package featuring paid time off, 401k plans, and tuition reimbursement tailored for mental health professionals. Their reputation as a top healthcare system enhances career stability while fostering a culture committed to compassionate, high-quality patient care.