Case Manager (58817)

Job Details Job Location: Tina Klem Serenity House - Bridgeport, CT 06608 Position Type: Per Diem Education Level: 4 Year Degree Program Overview Tina Klem Serenity House 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 Availability to cover 4:00 pm – 12:00 am shifts on weekdays or weekends. Core Functions Assess and record medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individuals' unique circumstances, including an assessment of strengths, needs, abilities and preferences. Plan and record the individual's progress with regard to finances, employment, nutrition, basic needs, housing, physical, mental health, well‑being, including any identified substance use disorders. Assertively link person served to community resources and other natural supports. Serve as an advocate for clients in obtaining necessary services. Actively attend and participate in case management and treatment team meetings. Record and monitor the recovery plan and perform follow‑up to determine quantity and quality of services provided. Facilitate weekly groups. Adhere to RNP standards of documentation. Comply with, prepare and submit reports in a timely manner. Assume all other appropriate duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor. Qualifications Bachelors degree in the behavioral sciences and two (2) years of experience in counseling preferred, or an 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 services. Knowledge of community resources. Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships. Excellent communication skills. Ability to project a professional image. Certificates and Licenses Incumbents may be encouraged to secure professional certification (e.g., CAC and/or SCCD). Valid Connecticut driver’s license is required. Benefits (for full‑time employees) Medical, Dental and Vision Flexible Healthcare or Dependent Care accounts or Health Savings Account Generous employer contribution for annual healthcare expenses Basic Life insurance at no cost to employee Generous Paid Time Off as well as 14 Holidays and Birthday off Retirement plan – 403(b) with discretionary employer contribution Tuition, License and Certification Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Optional voluntary insurance for short‑term and long‑term disability Contact Recovery Network of Programs, Inc. 2 Trap Falls Rd. Suite 405, Shelton, CT 06484 EEO Statement All 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