State Care Coordinator
State Care Coordinator
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Job Description
A Little About Us:
Potomac Community Services has been serving individuals with mental health needs in person and in community for almost 25 years! Literally meeting people where they are and working alongside them has developed our passion for true client led community work helping people achieve their goals and achieve sustainable independence.
About the Job:
Lets start by saying we want to hear from you! Below is an accurate description of the job for hire but with limited space it isnt exhaustive. If you have questions about other considerations please dont hesitate to contact us!
The State Care Coordinator (SCC) should have knowledge of the community resources and core competencies to effectively establish relationships in the community build a rapport of trust with the client facilitate substance use disorder recovery planning negotiate conflict resolution and engage and empower clients utilizing evidencedbased motivational interviewing strategies. The State Care Coordinator should promote continuity of care by helping clients to transition from one level of care to another to improve recovery outcomes and to access recovery support services and community resources available within their jurisdiction. The State Care Coordinator shall be in compliance with all state and federal regulations and adhere to all PCS policies and standards of practice maintaining the highest level of professional conduct and ethics.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
At Potomac Community Services we embrace workplace diversity. We believe that diversity drives richer insights fuels innovation and creates better outcomes. We are committed to attracting and developing an engaged and inclusive workforce. Team members from diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives are crucial to the Potomac Community Services mission of influencing generations. Individuals seeking career opportunities at Potomac Community Services are considered without regard to race color religion national origin age sex marital status ancestry physical or mental disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other protected status under all applicable laws regulations and ordinances.
Our Commitment to Staff Development:
- 12week comprehensive mentorbased training period
- Ongoing scheduled supervisor and clinical support/ feedback sessions
- Internal job growth opportunities in leadership and diverse programming
- Both annual inservice and paid outside training opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement and intern opportunities for related degrees
Our Intentional Culture:
- Core value focused team
- Genuinely strengthbased approach (both with clients and staff)
- Fun and positive team energy through shared collaboration and activities
- Commitment to authentic opportunities for individual success
- Long term big picture career interest in staff growth
- Outcome focused approach in helping others
- Compassionate dedication to team health and resilience
Job Type: Fulltime
Hourly Salary Range: $19 $21 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement should be related to your role within the company
- Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Frederick MD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
- Frederick MD: In person
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years experience working and providing case management to individuals that have substance use diagnoses. Preferred experience also with behavioral/mental health diagnoses.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Knowledgeable regarding community resources related to substance use mental health and case management.
Clear concise and empathetic communication.
Listening understanding and reflective skills.
Ability to build strong empathetic and accountable relationships with participants to establish a rapport of trust and respect.
Ability to discern an individuals strengths and needs at different stages of their recovery and to connect them with appropriate recovery support services and resources or referral to behavioral health treatment if needed.
Cultural and linguistic sensitivity that promotes diversity equity and inclusion.
Fundamental knowledge of the Stages of Change.
Ability to work independently and prioritize daily schedule to best address the needs of staff and participants.
Valid drivers license dependable transportation and vehicle insurance.
Potomac Community Services (PCS) due to its human services responsibilities and sensitive work is obligated to maintain a DrugFree Workplace. As a Federal grantee PCS must comply with Federal regulations prohibiting drug use including cannabis opioids and other controlled substances regardless of State laws. This includes the medical use of .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
