Deflection Specialist - Dart Initiative
$44.68k - $47kTreatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities
Job Description
Job Description
At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities), our mission is to empower people and strengthen communities with impactful services. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through Specialized Case Management™, we create a world where recovery, justice, and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today, TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC!
We are currently looking for a full-time Deflection Specialist for our DART Deflection Initiative serving Vermillion, Coles, Douglas, Piatt, Dewitt, and Mclean Counties
Starting at $44,676 - $47,000 contingent upon experience, education, etc.
SUMMARY
This position will be responsible for connecting with clients within targeted geographic communities to provide outreach, education, and training on specific subject matter, including substance abuse disorders, community resources, pre-arrest diversion, health insurance, and other relevant topics. This position will serve as the public face of TASC in the designated areas and be responsible for providing direct client services, maintaining community partner relations, and delivering training.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist individuals in achieving service plan goals through direct services and coordination of behavioral health, public agencies, and community resources.
- Provide assertive and continuous outreach activities related to direct services for participants.
- Make referrals to all essential direct services needed, including substance abuse disorder treatment, recovery support services, and housing.
- Attend community events and conferences to provide education and awareness on law enforcement diversion and outreach to individuals with an opioid or substance use disorder.
- Conduct enrollment assistance for Medicaid with individuals who are without insurance when needed.
- Responsible for follow-up activities related to obtaining the required items for all participants' needs.
- Develop effective working relationships with relevant project staff, community partners, providers, and law enforcement agencies, among others.
- Attend community events representing the program and TASC.
- Provide training on an ongoing basis related to the program's targeted goals and objectives, as well as subject matter, including naloxone administration and distribution.
- Work with participants with substance use disorder and assess their needs
Our Ideal candidate:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Knowledge of human behavior for the assessment of signs and symptoms of substance abuse disorders. Specific knowledge is necessary for working with special populations.
- CADC preferred at time of hire
- One or more years of outreach work related to direct client services.
- One or more years’ experience with providing training and/or presenting at local or national conferences preferred.
- Knowledge of treatment & service providers in the service area would be beneficial.
- Highly organized with the ability to multitask and possess great follow-up skills
- Flexibility in thinking and approaches to leading group discussions
- Must be able to work well under pressure in a very fast-paced environment
- Good computers skills, which include proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the Internet
- Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Our benefits package includes:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
- Paid Leave - Short-term Disability (STD)
- Paid Time Off/Sick Time/ Floating Holiday
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 403 B (retirement plan)
The agency currently offers hybrid work schedules that combine in-office and remote work. Employees are required to report to the work site three days per week, with the option to work from home to two days remotely after 60 days of employment contingent upon job duties.
If you are interested in this position, please visit the TASC website at and submit
your application online.
TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free workplace. The agency does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal and state law.
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