Community Case Manager-Victory Gardens

CHRYSALIS CENTER INC•Hartford, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will provide community support/case management services. Responsibilities will primarily consist of the provision of direct care, and will be mostly community based; generally consist of guiding, assisting and supporting individuals who have complex psychiatric, substance abuse, medical, social and legal issues to improve their daily living skills, and assist them in their recovery process. Hours may vary by program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus one to two years of experience in mental health and substance abuse fields.
Masters’ degree may be considered in lieu of general experience.
Experience managing program delivery and providing residential and community case management services.
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 situations with professionalism and sound judgment.
Possess and maintains a valid Drivers’ 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 support services which may include targeted case management, housing, as well as teaching skill development.
Completes timely rehabilitation assessment, reassessments and completes/updates recovery plans.
Engages clients and works in partnership to increase or maintain involvement in learning, motivation of change, working and social activities.
Pursues best practice outcomes 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.
Provides continuous assessments, modifies interventions as appropriate and completes documentation, of required paperwork based on funder/program/agency requirements.
Provides transportation to clients as appropriate utilizing personal vehicle for agency business.
Assist in the facilitation of self-help and advocacy support groups for program consumers.
Attends and participates in all required meetings.
Adheres to all Chrysalis Center, Inc.’s policies, procedures and standards at all times.
Performs other duties as assigned.