Full-time Peer Support Case Manager

Full-time Peer Support Case Manager

Location: Veterans and First Responders Treatment Program - Saranac Lake, NY

Shift/schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 2:30pm-11:00pm

Pay Range: $18.50/hour to $21.00/hour

Position Summary: Provides peer support services and under the direct supervision of a Qualified Health Professional, functioning as a case manager responsible for the effective case management of an appropriate caseload.

Education and Training: High School Diploma and CRPA/CRPA-P Certification.

Qualifications and Requirements: Experience working with diverse populations in a trauma informed environment and knowledge of outside community sources. Detail oriented with professional communication and teamwork skills. Proficient in word processing/computer operations and telephone systems. Adhere to Sanctuary commitments. Commitment to Social Responsibility, Emotional Intelligence, Social Learning, Open Communication, Democracy, Nonviolence and Growth and Change performing the job duties.

Physical Demands: Some lifting of light weights. Ability to stand in working positions.

Essential Duties:

• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationship with residents.
• Assisting in developing recovery and aftercare planning with residents in the program.
• Assisting residents in becoming aware of existing social and other support services in the community.
• Modeling coping skills.
• Providing residents transportation to medical appointments, engaging in recreational activities to include walking/hiking/sporting events.
• Working with residents to identify strengths that will aid them in their recovery efforts.
• Link residents to formal recovery supports.
• Travel training informing residents about local transportation options and how to best access and utilize them.
• Actively participate in clinical supervision.
• Function as a supportive multi-disciplinary team member.
• Support resident retention initiatives.
• Facilitate didactic lectures related to chemical dependency and associated subjects.
• Facilitate and document group therapy sessions.
• Complete thorough admission procedure for residents.
• Complete accurate and thorough discharge summaries.
• Provide biweekly case management sessions for residents.
• Document monthly treatment plan reviews per compliance regulations, clearly identifying treatment received and progress demonstrated.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of case management responsibilities.
• Demonstrate consistent familiarity with and sensitivity to military culture.
• Display professional image, appearance, and behavior rejective of SJATRC Mission, policies, and procedures.
• Assure compliance with all necessary regulations.
• Actively participate in meetings, committees, and quality assurance actives.
• Maintain continued professional education.
• Maintain NYS Licenses and/or credentials as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.
• Conduct observational rounds of facility thought-out shift.
• Provide conflict resolution support for and between residents.
• Provide support and counseling to residents other than assigned caseload as needed.
• Respond to emergency situations in accordance with SJATRC policies and procedures.
• Communicate pertinent clinical information to other staff through documentation.
• Assess and monitor residents experience signs and symptoms of withdrawal using appropriate withdrawal scales.