Care Coordinator - CCBHC - Springfield

HCRS Current Positions•Springfield, VT

2d•$23 - $27

About The Position

As part of the HCRS Care Coordination Program the Care Coordinator provides care coordination in consultation with the medical and social service providers, to complete screenings, case management and resource coordination, seeking to understand and/or alleviate mental health and/or substance use distress and barriers to accessing needed supports. Principal Responsibilities and Duties : Primary location is an HCRS office with expectation for regular community outreach. Coordinates internal and external referrals. Utilizes aspects of the SBIRT model (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment), that includes referrals to treatment between HCRS and other community partners. Assists individuals and families with identifying and prioritizing goals With individuals, formulates time-limited care coordination plans that target clearly identified care coordination goals with a means of measuring success and program completion. Provides care coordination and resource connection Establishes relationships with community team, other providers, partnering community agencies, and identified support systems for clients, collaborating as indicated for clinical reasons. Completes periodic reports as required by the agency and state. Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation in the Electronic Medical Record. Adheres to professional and ethical conduct at all times Scope of Position: The Care Coordinator is an integral member of HCRS and provides care coordination, case management and resource coordination. The coordinator carries a caseload that enables consistent with CCBHC program requirements, collaborates with other HCRS providers and community providers as well as outside agencies; adheres to agency, state, federal, and licensing board guidelines regarding ethical practice, billing, and documentation.

Requirements

Ability to engage, empathize, and have compassion for the community members.
Knowledge of developmental trauma and attachment issues
Knowledge of mental health, substance use, and behavioral issues that impact an individual’s quality of life, particularly within a culture of poverty
Knowledge of community resources
Healthy communication skills that allow for honest discussions, feedback, and exchanges
Intermediate or Advanced computer skills
Ability to work well with a team and demonstrate flexibility when consumer, program, and/or agency needs require it
Excellent communication skills both in written and verbal expression necessary.
BA in Social Work or related field, will consider work experience in lieu of BA degree.

Responsibilities

Coordinates internal and external referrals.
Utilizes aspects of the SBIRT model (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment), that includes referrals to treatment between HCRS and other community partners.
Assists individuals and families with identifying and prioritizing goals
With individuals, formulates time-limited care coordination plans that target clearly identified care coordination goals with a means of measuring success and program completion.
Provides care coordination and resource connection
Establishes relationships with community team, other providers, partnering community agencies, and identified support systems for clients, collaborating as indicated for clinical reasons.
Completes periodic reports as required by the agency and state.
Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation in the Electronic Medical Record.
Adheres to professional and ethical conduct at all times