Entry Level Targeted Case Manager Jobs
New grad targeted case manager jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on fieldwork often carries more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with employers like Seven Counties Services and Cumberland River Behavioral Health hiring at this level now.
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Conducts and documents comprehensive assessment of client and/or client’s needs.
2. Participates in development of client’s service plan, consistent with assessment.
3. Arranges for delivery of needed services, as identified in assessment.
4. Assists client in accessing needed services through, for example, referrals or linkages.
5. Monitors client’s progress by making referrals, tracking client’s appointments, performing follow-up on services rendered, and performing periodic reassessments of client’s changing needs.
6. Performs advocacy activities on behalf of client (e. g., writing letters to expedite entitlement payments, encouraging client or family members to advocate on own behalf).
7. Prepares and maintains case records documenting contacts, services needed, reports, client’s progress, etc., in accordance with SCS and regulatory standards.
8. Provides case consultation (i. e., consulting with service providers/collaterals in determining client’s status and progress).
9. Communicates with supervisor about issues related to case management, resourcing, service collaboration, and development of new resources.
10. Provides psychosocial education to clients and/or family members to increase their understanding of client’s illness, physical condition, or social situation.
11. Performs crisis assistance (i. e., intervention on behalf of client, making arrangements for emergency referrals, coordinates other needed emergency services).
12. May serve as Primary Case Coordinator (PCC), with volume and complexity of PCC assignments depending on incumbent’s skill and autonomy.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or related field as approved by Medicaid, or as required by applicable funding source.- Completion of state-required case management/service coordination course within six months of date of employment.
EXPERIENCE
ADULT DIVISION: At least one (1) year of full-time employment experience post Bachelor’s working directly with adults or ACT population (with direct daily contact) in a human service setting, with relevant Master’s degree, no experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS
Position requires lifting of 20 pounds maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to 10 pounds, or requires significant periods of walking or standing.- Frequent exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients or families.
- Normal tasks may involve exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue.
- May involve 24-hour on-call responsibilities.
- Reliable transportation for frequent travel.
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Full timeJob Description:
Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Conducts and documents comprehensive assessment of client and/or client’s needs.
2. Participates in development of client’s service plan, consistent with assessment.
3. Arranges for delivery of needed services, as identified in assessment.
4. Assists client in accessing needed services through, for example, referrals or linkages.
5. Monitors client’s progress by making referrals, tracking client’s appointments, performing follow-up on services rendered, and performing periodic reassessments of client’s changing needs.
6. Performs advocacy activities on behalf of client (e. g., writing letters to expedite entitlement payments, encouraging client or family members to advocate on own behalf).
7. Prepares and maintains case records documenting contacts, services needed, reports, client’s progress, etc., in accordance with SCS and regulatory standards.
8. Provides case consultation (i. e., consulting with service providers/collaterals in determining client’s status and progress).
9. Communicates with supervisor about issues related to case management, resourcing, service collaboration, and development of new resources.
10. Provides psychosocial education to clients and/or family members to increase their understanding of client’s illness, physical condition, or social situation.
11. Performs crisis assistance (i. e., intervention on behalf of client, making arrangements for emergency referrals, coordinates other needed emergency services).
12. May serve as Primary Case Coordinator (PCC), with volume and complexity of PCC assignments depending on incumbent’s skill and autonomy.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or related field as approved by Medicaid, or as required by applicable funding source.- Completion of state-required case management/service coordination course within six months of date of employment.
EXPERIENCE
ADULT DIVISION: At least one (1) year of full-time employment experience post Bachelor’s working directly with adults or ACT population (with direct daily contact) in a human service setting, with relevant Master’s degree, no experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS
Position requires lifting of 20 pounds maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to 10 pounds, or requires significant periods of walking or standing.- Frequent exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients or families.
- Normal tasks may involve exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue.
- May involve 24-hour on-call responsibilities.
- Reliable transportation for frequent travel.
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Entry Level Targeted Case Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level targeted case manager job?
Entry level targeted case manager roles typically look for a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field, though some employers accept equivalent internship or volunteer experience. Candidates who can show hands-on case documentation, client interaction, or fieldwork from coursework stand out. Certifications in mental health first aid or crisis intervention also give early-career applicants a concrete edge over others with similar education.
Which companies hire entry level targeted case managers?
Companies hiring entry level targeted case managers right now include Seven Counties Services and Cumberland River Behavioral Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from community mental health centers, nonprofit social service agencies, state and county health departments, and managed care organizations that maintain steady caseloads and actively recruit new graduates.
Are there remote entry level targeted case manager jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site or hybrid due to the in-person nature of client services. About 0% of entry level targeted case manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve telephonic case management, care coordination, or administrative intake roles where direct fieldwork is not required.
Are these new grad targeted case manager jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior targeted case manager roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or supervised practicum hours toward requirements, or accepts a portfolio of academic fieldwork in place of full-time professional history. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'will train,' or 'new graduates encouraged to apply.'