Care Coordinator

Brightli • Franklin, IN

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About The Position

The incumbent of this position is responsible for providing coordination of services for patients receiving Medication Assisted Treatment. The Care Coordinator - IHS/Clarity position offers… Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance , & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce. Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Requirements

• Knowledge of case management and rehabilitation methods, principles and techniques as they relate to mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Knowledge of the problems encountered by persons with mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders and how to access the various community resources available.
• Knowledge of the methods and modalities as well as the legal requirements and court procedures related to treating mental illnesses and substance use disorders.
• Some knowledge of supervisory and training techniques and practices used in a substance use disorders/mental health setting.
• Aptitude to evaluate services within assigned program and give input.
• Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively verbally and in writing to produce clear and concise reports.
• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the human service fields (social work, psychology, human development and family life, criminal justice, counseling), nursing, or education is preferred.
• Must provide evidence that incumbent is free of infectious and contagious disease prior to beginning employment and annually thereafter.
• TB– Expected for all direct care staff . Mandatory for Kansas Residential staff.
• Annual Health Assessment- Mandatory Kansas Youth Residential staff.
• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/ neglect and fingerprint check.
• Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
• All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.
• Achievement of the following training. Missouri Staff : thirty -six (36) hour training requirements within two -year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1.
• Kansas Residential Youth Homes: eighteen (18) hours of training annually.
• First Aid certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.
• Obtain CPR certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.
• Behavioral Management training completed within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after start date: CPI for Residential programs Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De-escalation for Outpatient programs
• Completion of “Direct Service Expectations” within 30 Days of employment.
• Extensive knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the associate is assigned.
• Obtain Driver’s license in state of Residency meeting the requirements of that state to Chauffeur or Transport passengers.
• ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up the 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body . Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time . Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Responsibilities

• Review initial assessment/Initial Discharge Planning Session and identify issues associated with, but not limited to, employment, education, healthcare, social connectedness, and criminal justice.
• Coordinate outpatient services (Mental Health and/or substance use disorder) as needed.
• Complete regular communication with referral sources/ primary care regarding progress, transition planning, and pertinent clinical issues and documents .
• Request correspondence from past treatment and primary care.
• Participate in staffing to assure continuity of care.
• Make or assist in outside referral of issues not able to be addressed in treatment.
• Assist in scheduling of treatment and can assist in arranging transportation.
• Responsible for the continuous development and evolution of treatment plans in an individualized manner.
• Represent the agency in a professional manner.
• Ensure or assist in the referral for medical issues of clients.
• Linking families with services in the community .
• Advocate on behalf of the family.
• Assist client/family in transitional planning.
• Correct any chart deficiencies within a timely manner.
• Document all services provided in accordance with KDHE/JJA Standards.
• Provide crisis intervention as necessary.
• Adhere to weekly direct service expectations.
• Obtain training to assist in professional development meeting 32 hours every 2 years.
• Demonstrates interest in long term and short-term goals and objectives of the company.
• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, Vice President, or Executive Team member.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance , & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.
• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees