SUD - HH Coordinator

SUD Home Health Coordinator

New Paths, Inc. is looking to fill a full-time, non-exempt position for an SUD Home Health worker. See description below.

Job Summary: The SUD Home Health Coordinator works with clients as an advocate and acts as a liaison in providing appropriate community resources. The SUD HH will identify and gather community resources, observe/participate in client assessments and action plan.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support and adhere to the NPI Code of Ethics, work rules, policies, plans and procedures to promote a safe and secure environment for the residents, visitors and employees of New Paths.
• Identify and gather appropriate community resources, including but not limited to mental health, SUD, medical (health education), housing, financial resources.
• Provide problem-solving techniques with clients.
• Meet with and communicate with clients regularly.
• Participate in health promotion activities or health education class
• Observe/participate in client assessments.
• Assist in implementing client action plans.
• Develop and maintain education materials as resources for staff and clients.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with agencies and organizations in the community.
• Document activities and record information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with staff and clients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to coordinate and effect a smooth flow of behavioral-based information and data
• Skill in communicating with a variety of people from varying backgrounds
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to deliver information and services in a timely fashion. Time management.
• Exhibit problem solving and conflict resolution techniques.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in health services field required, SUD experience preferred.
• CCAR or MDHHS peer recovery coach certification required.
• CHW Certification, preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Periods of walking throughout building.
• Ability to climb stairs as necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.