Community Case Manager-REC
About The Position
This position will provide community support and individual interventions based on assessment and evaluation; provide linkage and referral based on individual need and as required by funded agency programs in the Recovery and Empowerment Center. Responsibilities will primarily consist of the provision of direct care in a group setting; generally consist of guiding, assisting and supporting individuals who have complex psychiatric, substance abuse, medical, social and legal issues to improve daily living skills, improve level of functioning, enhance independence and promote recovery and community integration. This position may include development and implementation of a full range of therapeutic, recreational, vocational and social activities. Hours may vary and may include evening, holidays, and weekends.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required plus a minimum of one to two years of experience in mental health and substance abuse fields.
- Experience in working with diverse populations in a group setting.
- Proficiency managing Microsoft and other computer applications used for tracking data and reporting outcomes.
- Easily adapts to change and competing priorities.
- Ability to de-escalate crisis situation with professionalism and sound judgment.
- Possess and maintains a valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle, current registration and insurance.
- Ability to effectively interact with clients and members of various teams within and outside the agency.
Nice To Haves
- Bi-lingual Spanish, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides a full range of community and social support services to an assigned caseload of individuals.
- Completes timely rehabilitation assessment, reassessments and completes/updates recovery plans.
- Engages clients and works in partnership to increase or maintain involvement in learning, working and social activities.
- Pursues best practice models for clients in continuing education, employment and socialization.
- Develops relationships with clinical, educational, vocational and other social service agencies in order to effectively support clients in the community with increasing levels of independence.
- Provide continuous assessments, modifies interventions as appropriate and completes documentation, and all required paperwork based on funder/program/agency requirements.
- Provides transportation to clients as appropriate utilizing personal vehicle for agency business.
- Attends and participates in all required meetings.
- Adheres to all Chrysalis Center, Inc.’s policies, procedures and maintains professional standards at all times.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
