Substance Abuse Care Coordinator

SHELTER HOUSE VOLUNTEER GROUP•Cincinnati, OH

5d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Shelter House is a community of residents, staff and volunteers working together to provide basic human services for the men and women of the Greater Cincinnati area who are experiencing homelessness. The Substance Abuse Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating care to Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT) clients and other appropriate levels of care based on AOD health assessment by developing, monitoring and evaluating interdisciplinary medical and behavioral health care plan.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Must have CDCA (Required and must be active)
Knowledge and experience with homelessness, mental health and/or substance abuse and community resources.
Must pass criminal background check.
Since the counselors are responsible for driving clients in their personal vehicle, they need to have the following: Valid driver’s license with good driving record, daily access to private insured vehicle during work hours and the ability to be approved by Shelter House insurer.
Ability to function effectively in a high energy environment.
Ability to work independently and work flexible hours.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Possess self-initiative and demonstrated attention to detail.
Computer literacy with MS Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) preferred.
Experience with VESTA is a plus.

Responsibilities

Orients and educates patients about MAT process.
Monitors the delivery of care with the interdisciplinary team.
Evaluates the outcomes of patient care.
Facilitates CD educational groups
Follow best practices and complete other assignments as directed by the supervisor.
Meet with client’s after assessment is completed by recovery counselor and discuss appropriate referrals and services based on assessment
Enroll clients in Medicaid and have proper ID documents
Provide NARCAN training to new employees
Complete AOD assessments as required
Workdays are Tuesday - Saturday (non-negotiable).
Must have clean driving record. (A driving history free from major violations, such as DUI/DWI, reckless driving, license suspensions, or excessive moving violations.)