Adult Community Care Specialist

Current Career•Cottonwood, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Polara Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Adult Community Care Specialist to join its outpatient Adult Services team at the Cottonwood office. The position provides support to adult clients to help them access services and remain in treatment, using a team-based approach to mental health and wellness. The role is based at the Cottonwood office and includes travel in the community to meet with clients. It is full time, generally Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional after-hours work depending on client need. The specialist provides care and services to adults with multifaceted needs, which may include stabilizing their living environment, coordinating placements, and supporting transitions after discharge from higher levels of care. Services are primarily delivered in the community and clients’ living environments and may include skill building, modeling, coaching, coordination, and connection to resources and natural supports. The specialist works as part of a team to navigate and address clients’ comprehensive needs.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old, or at least 18 and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 while providing services within the scope of practice, or at least 18 for select administrative positions.
Be able to provide or obtain an AZDPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Possess and maintain a valid driver license and current automobile insurance, and maintain a driving record that meets organizational guidelines and requirements.
Have a bachelor's degree in a related field, or a combination of education and experience totaling four years in behavioral health; a minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required.
Demonstrate the ability to assess situations and use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Understand mental health and its impact on functioning.
Understand trauma-informed care.
Have experience working with individuals in crisis situations and/or in need of intensive support services.
Be able to sit for prolonged periods throughout work hours.
Be able to occasionally lift and/or move 5 or more pounds.
Be able to respond appropriately and effectively in crisis situations by using good judgment and following Polara Health protocols.

Responsibilities

Provide regular and consistent services and supports to clients identified as appropriate for community supports.
Manage clinical treatment, including referrals to additional resources and crisis assessment and support as needed.
Work with clients on skill building, activities that support stability in their living environment, and connections to community resources and natural supports.
Provide services primarily in clients’ living environments and other settings as necessary or appropriate.
Provide outreach and engagement when needed.
Collaborate closely with Polara care teams, including Inpatient Hospital, Crisis Stabilization Unit, Outpatient Services, and Primary Care, to coordinate and meet client needs.
Facilitate Adult Recovery Team Meetings (ARTs).
Participate as a team member and attend scheduled staffings and supervision.
Partner with clients and the team to identify treatment goals.
Maintain clinical records according to agency policy and procedure.
Attend team meetings, case reviews, staff meetings, supervisory sessions, and in-service trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.