Care Coordinator: Rural Pathways - 7288

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Full-time,40 hours/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS:

Monday - Friday

PROGRAM/LOCATION:

Rural Pathways, Danielson, CT PC#: 3212

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Rural Pathways Rural Pathways is a new SAMHSA-funded initiative designed to expand access to evidence-based treatment, medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD), recovery support services, and behavioral healthcare across northeastern Connecticut. The program utilizes innovative service delivery models, including CHR's Mobile Pathways Unit, outpatient clinics, and community partnerships, to reduce barriers related to transportation, geography, and provider shortages. Rural Pathways focuses on rapid access to care, overdose prevention, integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and long-term recovery support for individuals living in rural communities.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Duties & Responsibilities Participate as member of multi-disciplinary treatment team Track and coordinate client intake, discharge, services and referrals as applicable Provide assistance to team including coordination of treatment planning and providing daily triage. Educate and link individuals to self-help groups, natural support and other resources as needed. Assist with linking clients with community support systems and agencies and in obtaining benefits for which they may be qualified: insurance, housing, treatment, representative payee, legal services, medical services, education and employment. Maintain careful documentation of contacts and communication to maintain quality services. Complete all required documentation in compliance with agency policy. Work as a liaison between agency and other relevant providers and teams to coordinate care for referred clients. Assist with scheduling and providing transportation to and from appointments. Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards. Participates in staff meetings, supervision, training and other meetings as assigned. Establish knowledge of cultures and communication styles associated with various groups, particularly oppressed groups, to provide culturally sensitive and competent care. Provides crisis intervention and support as clinically indicated. Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human service-related field required. Experience may be accepted in lieu of education for some positions. Experience: A minimum of two years’ related experience preferred. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license required. Training: Complete any program specific training required. Complete required annual agency trainings. CPR/First-Aid Certification may be required within 6 months of hire Why Join CHR? Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto! Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs , including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several program Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more! And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

COMPENSATION *:

*Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked) CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Health Resources