Case Manager

Recovery Network of Programs, Inc. (RNP) is a private, non-profit social service agency that has been serving the Greater Bridgeport Community and Fairfield County area since 1972. RNP is dedicated to helping those living with substance use, mental health disorders, and homelessness. Our mission is to restore hope, health, and well-being for individuals and families in a recovery environment that embraces compassion, dignity, and respect.Tina Klem Serenity House: This program is a recovery house for 12 women who have co-occurring substance abuse and psychiatric disorders. The women may also have a history of trauma. Residents are provided with a variety of psycho-educational groups such as life skills training, parenting skills, employment search, anger management, relapse prevention, health and wellness, safety, and coping skills.Hours Available: Monday to Friday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pmSPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties are subject to accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Assess and record medical, psychological and social factors to the individuals’ unique circumstances, including an assessment of strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.Perform Case Management duties to an assigned case load: make referrals, link clients to community resources, and community recovery and natural supports. Serve as an advocate.Assist with developing a discharge plan, including housing and aftercare referrals.Group Facilitation, including Narcan training, 1 key question and MAUD educationProvide a positive recovery focused environmentAdheres to RNP/QA Accumedic documentation requirementsAssumes all other duties as deemed necessary by supervisorAttend and participate in weekly staff meetings and case conferences.Ability to establish a rapport with clients and present in a professional mannerAbility to project a professional imageAbility to de-escalate situations as needed, crisis interventionKnowledge of best practices in providing services for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders, such as: client-centered care, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.Ability to conduct potential new client screenings and intakesAbility to perform Medication Monitoring and documentation.Complete and document hourly roundsAssist with household management including ordering groceries, meal preparation and chores.QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge of the physical, psychological, social, and economic effects of substance abuse, mental health, and trauma.Valid CT Driver’s LicenseConsiderable knowledge of state and federal confidentiality regulationsEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or GED and 2 years of SUD service experience, Associate's degree in a human services or related field and 1 year of SUD service experience; or Bachelor's degree in a human services or other SUD-related field.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:Hourly rounds must have the ability to climb stairsAbility to lift 10 lbsCORE COMPETENCIESBachelors degree in the behavioral sciences and two (2) years experience in counseling preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Co-occurring competencies and or credentials are preferred.Knowledge of principles and techniques of social service case management.Knowledge of the physical, psychological, social and economic effects of substance abuse, mental health, and trauma.Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate information pertinent to the provision of quality case.Knowledge of community resources.Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative processional relationships.Excellent communication skills.Ability to project a professional image.CERTIFICATES, LICENSESIncumbents may be encouraged to secure professional certification (e.g. CAC and/orSCCD).Valid Connecticut drivers license is required.Benefits (for full time employees):Medical, Dental and VisionFlexible Healthcare or Dependent Care accounts or Health Savings AccountGenerous employer contribution provided for annual healthcare expensesBasic Life insurance at no cost to employeeGenerous Paid Time Off as well as 14 Holidays and Birthday offRetirement plan- 403b with discretionary employer contributionTuition, License and Certification ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramOptional voluntary insurance for short-term and long-term disabilityRecovery Network of Programs, Inc.2 Trap Falls Rd. Suite 405, Shelton, CT 06484 qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr