Care Coordinator

Odyssey House•West Valley City, UT

16h•$20

About The Position

Care Coordinators provide support to individuals experiencing serious mental illness (SMI) who are receiving services from the Forensic Assertive Community Treatment Team (FACT). As a FACT team member, the care coordinator works with community resources who provide services, including shelter, housing, detoxification, mainstream benefits, employment, and transportation. Assists individuals in daily living activities and establishing and maintaining linkages that provide community education, support, and independence. Provide case management services for participants, including assisting participants in obtaining housing, coordinating with criminal justice agencies, and assisting clients with activities of daily living such as medication management and independent living skills. Facilitate recovery planning for participants. On-call rotation: Respond to crisis calls for assessment and pertinent intervention. Report program activities and development, crises, and any other pertinent information to the appropriate chain of command. Be available for 24-7 crisis intervention. Provides services within the requirements for the FACT team Participates as an active member of all team meetings. Proactively involve and communicate with collateral supports, including family, significant others, probation officers, judges, caseworkers, and others. Document all incidents immediately and report as required. Complete accurate and thorough client reports in required timeframes, such as court reports. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related field (preferred, not required).
Two years or more of related employment as a care coordinator or interfacing with the community resources that support reentry into the community. (Housing, shelter, employment, etc.) or program graduate recommended by staff for employment that is in pursuit of licensure.
Willingness and ability to pass a criminal background check
Must be at least 21 years old
First Aid and CPR Certification (available at Odyssey House)
Completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) and Therapeutic Options Training
May be required to pass pre-placement physical
Must comply with annual TB tests, Flu and Covid immunizations as required
Must meet employment eligibility
Need to be able to be cleared to drive agency vehicles
Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment screenings , which may include background checks, fingerprinting, applicable sex offender registry screenings for Adult Residential roles, and other position-related verifications.
Roles requiring driving are subject to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review and valid Utah driver’s license.
All employees of Odyssey House are required to adhere to: Odyssey House mission, philosophy, and scope of service; Division of Human Services Code of Conduct and all other relevant service contract requirement standards; ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff; providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers; fostering a positive work environment; ensuring high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.
Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and responsibilities regarding the following: Specific job position, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs., drive (or adequate alternate transportation), sit for prolonged periods, and perform light to moderate physical activity at times.

Nice To Haves

Lived experience preferred.
Proficient in MS Office applications
Trauma Informed Care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with community resources who provide services, including shelter, housing, detoxification, mainstream benefits, employment, and transportation.
Assist individuals in daily living activities and establishing and maintaining linkages that provide community education, support, and independence.
Provide case management services for participants, including assisting participants in obtaining housing, coordinating with criminal justice agencies, and assisting clients with activities of daily living such as medication management and independent living skills.
Facilitate recovery planning for participants.
Respond to crisis calls for assessment and pertinent intervention.
Report program activities and development, crises, and any other pertinent information to the appropriate chain of command.
Be available for 24-7 crisis intervention.
Provide services within the requirements for the FACT team
Participate as an active member of all team meetings.
Proactively involve and communicate with collateral supports, including family, significant others, probation officers, judges, caseworkers, and others.
Document all incidents immediately and report as required.
Complete accurate and thorough client reports in required timeframes, such as court reports.
Other duties as assigned.