Crisis Care Coordinator
About The Position
Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County! This role will provide crisis care coordination to individuals that are identified as requiring a period of psychiatric stabilization (one to six months). Individuals are identified by Crisis Services to be in need of further stabilization, and/or awaiting placement into a long term level of care. Services are provided in the community, i.e. at the person's residence, doctor's clinic, etc.
Requirements
- Current Resident of Wisconsin.
- Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
- Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy.
- At least three (3) years of Human Services experience.
- Intermediate knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
- Willing and able to travel up to 75% of the time in this role.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensure.
Responsibilities
- Conduct an individual's assessment and crisis plan and collaborate with referral sources.
- Develop individualized client care plans that are measurable under DHHS 34 state guidelines.
- Document progress notes that promote a person's recovery goals.
- Deliver Crisis Care Coordination to individuals until formal services can be obtained or the consumer has stabilized. This may include the following: assistance with benefits, linkage to other services, discussion of stressors, including documenting as outlined in state guidelines.
- Attend any necessary staffing, community, or advocacy meetings.
- Complete warm handoff to a long-term agency that will be serving the individual when necessary.
- Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefit package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
