Case Manager I, Employment Specialist Residential Program

JOB SUMMARYHealthRIGHT 360 a nonprofit organization and a family of programs is committed to providing accessibleand comprehensive healthcare services to vulnerable populations. Our mission is to tackle systemicbarriers to healthcare and promote health equity for all. We offer a wide range of services includingmental health care residential and outpatient substance use treatment and primary health we provide transitional support for individuals re-entering the community after involvementin the criminal justice system. By integrating physical and behavioral health we empower individuals toovercome challenges by addressing social determinants of health fostering resilience and County Serenity House (NCSH) a residential program of HealthRIGHT 360 was founded in 1966 toprovide substance use disorder services in the community. NCSH provides a gender-responsive andtrauma-informed environment using evidence-based and best practices that recognize and account forthe role that trauma frequently plays in substance use and criminal histories of women. For clients withco-occurring mental illness we provide integrated substance use and mental health services which treatboth conditions as primary. Our residential facility serves up to 120 women (with capacity for up to 20children under 5 years of age) seeking recovery from substance use Manager is an in-person role that delivers client services by coordinating care within theorganizations continuum of services and with external human services providers. They collaborate closelywith clients to assist in completing intake paperwork outcome assessments and applying for alongside a multidisciplinary team Case Manager I ensures optimal treatment outcomes alignedwith HealthRIGHT 360s philosophy goals policies mission and vision. Services are provided flexiblyacross outpatient offices residential treatment settings or in the community as dictated by client needsand program requirements. Therefore a reliable transportation is RESPONSIBILITIESDirect Service Assist the client with intake by completing case management assessment and entering financialand benefit information. Support the client in applying for Medi-Cal or transferring Medi-Cal County when appropriate. Assess the clients case management needs and complete all releases of information. Connect the client to benefits mental health physical health employment probation DCFShousing community resources outpatient substance use disorder services and aftercare. Coordinate communication and external service linkage including assisting with schedulingappointments communicating with probation scheduling child visits communicating with DCFSobtaining all court minute orders providing appointment reminders for therapy and psychiatrist. Deliver services in outpatient residential or field depending on assignments and client need. Complete the VI-SPDAT and connect the client to safe housing options. Prepare the client for job search by assisting with resume writing and job search preparation. Monitor clients progress toward achieving case management treatment plan goals and providetreatment plan input. Seek clinical consultation throughout the treatment episode and when encountering new and/orhigh-risk clinical circumstances. Work collaboratively with other members of the treatment team including the Clinical TherapistCounselor Medical and Psychiatrist. Communicate collaboratively with all members of the behavioral health team including medicalmental health psychiatry substance use disorder and other staff. Transport clients as needed. Complete client UA tests and document test Write and complete all progress notes within 72 hours of service delivery. Maintain compliance with the due dates for all clinical documentation. Write clients progress letters and court reports and obtain final approval from the supervisor. Complete all documentation in compliance with agency policy and procedures HIPAA 42-CFRDMH and other standards to satisfy internal and external evaluating requirements. Complete all assigned URCs within a timely and Other Duties Assist with client program oversight by managing case management business passes. Meet expected client care hours (productivity expectation is 25 client care hours per week). Maintain full compliance with requirements for registration or certification. Attend and actively participate in assigned Clinical Group Supervision. Actively participate in agency and team meetings. Participate in training opportunities and complete all assigned training in a timely manner. Arrange work schedule in accordance with the agencys needs. Read emails daily and respond when Certification Licensure and Experienceo High school diploma or equivalent.o Substance Use Disorder Counselor registration from an accredited California agency (CCAPP CAADE CADTP).Experience Minimum two years of experience as a job developer or employment specialist. Experience teaching adults and/or facilitating workshops. Demonstrated experience and commitment to working with diverse communities including communities of color and LGBTQ individuals those experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness individuals with substance use challenges people living with HIV/AIDS and persons with mental health conditions.