Care Coordinator

Care CoordinatorAre you passionate about providing care coordination to individuals diagnosed with a mental health and/or substance use disorder who are experiencing an acute crisis? Would you like to be a valuable member of a diversity driven, mission-minded team working in a fast-paced environment that positively impacts our community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Care Coordinator for Kalamazoo County's Crisis Stabilization Unit!As a Care Coordinator for the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), you'll collaborate with CSU staff and Primary Clinicians to develop individualized discharge plans for individuals who have experienced an acute crisis and may have high level of care needs. You'll provide back-up to the Hospital Liaison for Adults with Mental Illness and/or a Developmental Disability, completing length of stay reviews and coordinating individual discharge plans. You'll assist the Specialized Residential Team by completing initial documentation such as client assessments and Individualized Plans of Service and conducting record reviews to establish clinical eligibility for services and ensure Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) rules and regulations are being met and followed. In addition, you will monitor and analyze client data and outcomes to identify patterns, health risks, and utilize this data to develop a comprehensive plan of care for individuals served.You will be a Master's level licensed professional with a minimum of two years' experience in behavioral health care services working with adults. You must also have one of the following Michigan Licensures: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Supervision for those with a limited license must be approved by the ISK Credentialing Committee. A valid Michigan Driver's License is also required.You will have a strong understanding of the needs of persons with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. You will understand how to implement a strong recovery philosophy and be able to collaborate and develop teams.This position allows you the ability to assist with direct client care as well as build administration skills. This position can become hybrid (remote work and in-office time) following the initial training period. You work with a great team of co-workers who will provide extensive support and supervision. You have generous PTO, holidays, benefits, and the best retirement plans. Why work for ISK? Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development.We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan including a 6.2% retirement match and pension plan! You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays (time and a half/differential pay if working on holidays), 23 days of PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program! Kalamazoo is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise!Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals in a trauma-informed environment.Come join us! Apply online.Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are invited to apply. ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce. ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión.We look forward to meeting you!Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:Physical Efforts – Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing as appropriate. May occasionally require light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending as appropriate. Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot.Working Conditions – Office environment with noise from computers, copy machine, and telephones. Use of computer screen for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time. Possible eyestrain from extended periods of viewing computer screen. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites. Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area is required.