Case Manager/Certified Prevention Specialist

Detroit Recovery Project•Detroit, MI

27d•$45,000 - $47,500

About The Position

Are you ready to develop care plans and make a positive impact by providing direct support for participants receiving services for treatment? If so, join our team as we are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Case Manger/ Certified Prevention Specialist to join our close-knit team at Detroit Recovery Project. Who We Are: Detroit Recovery Project, Inc. (DRP) is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) that provides outpatient recovery support services for those with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We treat the whole person through our integrated programs of primary medical and behavioral healthcare. Our program philosophy is rooted in developing a healthy recovery ecosystem for those seeking long-term recovery. Through strong therapeutic relationships with our clients, helping them to understand the underlying social and emotional issues that drive their substance use, the recovery ecosystem focuses on five key areas: Health & Wellness Spirituality Employment Education/Training Family & Recovery Support What we’re looking for: This position is a combination of two dynamic roles, the Case manager and Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS). Under the supervision of the Prevention Project Coordinator, the Case Manager/CPS supports the prevention program by facilitating educational sessions, recruiting participants, and providing short-term case management for a minimum of three weeks. In this role, the Case Manager/CPS works directly with individuals in active recovery to provide harm reduction supplies, HIV testing, and enrollment into eligible grant-funded programs. They are also responsible for connecting participants to holistic support services, including housing assistance, ID and benefits support such as Bridge card applications, and inpatient treatment. Through these responsibilities, the Case Manager/CPS helps ensure that participants receive both prevention education and access to comprehensive resources that support their recovery and overall well-being. The Case Manager/CPS will additionally provide Strengthening Families (SFP) initiatives for DRP participants and other Detroit community members. There are multiple cohorts served every month, and the Case Manager/ CPS will build community relations to increase community partners and referrals. The Case Manager/CPS coordinates with SPF instructors and acts as the primary instructor to all sessions, maintaining, filing and reporting all data

Requirements

Certified HIV tester for in the state of Michigan
Minimum one (1) year of professional experience with Case Management and services available in the community DRP serves
Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's license
Bachelor’s degree in human services required
Maintain appropriate positive, professional interpersonal relationships with staff, peers, participants, and volunteers
Strong organizational skills
Demonstrate teamwork, initiative, and willingness to learn
Demonstrates strong customer service skills that support the DRP core values
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Programs, e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access

Nice To Haves

QMHP preferred
CPS certification preferred
Trained in Motivational Interviewing preferred

Responsibilities

Assist and empower participants by identifying a main concern, develop, and carry out strength based independent living plans that include measurable goals and objectives.
Directly outreach into the community to provide prevention services, recruit participants, provide referrals, HIV and HCV testing, link individuals to care, and provide warm handoffs wherever possible
Be responsible for creating and maintaining client treatment plans
Maintain has a minimum case load of ten (10) clients
Administer pre- and post-program evaluation tools to track outcomes.
Recruit and enroll eligible participants into grant-funded programs.
Provide harm reduction supplies and HIV testing to individuals in active recovery.
Connect participants to holistic support services such as housing assistance, ID and Bridge card support, and inpatient treatment.
Enroll individuals into Strengthening Families Programs (SFP)
Be the primary provider of SFP sessions
Input accurate data into the DRP system in a timely manner.
Demonstrate and actively promote commitment to the mission and values of the Detroit Recovery Project, Inc.
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

A collaborative environment with Clinical Site Leaders and regular peer review
Flexible scheduling-Excellent work/life balance (full-time and part-time schedules available)
Full comprehensive benefits available to full-time employees:
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with Company match
EAP
Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF & HRSA)
Pet Insurance
HRSA Student Loan Forgiveness is specific to positions approved by the HRSA Program.