**BONUS OPPORTUNITY ELIGIBLE**At Jefferson Center, it is our policy and our mission to be inclusive and mindful of the diversity of everyone who comes through our doors. We are passionate about building a community where mental health matters and equitable care is accessible to all races, ethnicities, abilities, socioeconomic statuses, ages, sexual orientations, gender expressions, religions, cultures, and languages.The ACT Clinician/Case Manager will provide assertive community treatment to assigned caseload to avoid inpatient level of care or to assist with transition from hospital to community. Serve as part of the inter-disciplinary team to meet contractual performance indicators with OBH for this evidence based practice. Collaborate with the ACT team to meet fidelity of the CO-ACT model.Essential Duties:Provide Assertive Community Treatment to assigned caseload including service planning, monitoring, follow-up, linkage and crisis management for consumersProvide services to meet need: in community, office-based and in consumer homeMake appropriate referrals to and act as liaison with community agencies, service providers and natural support systemsEngage consumers and appropriate family members/social supports in strengths-based treatment to stabilize and/or prevent crisis situationsMeet required performance standard of completing paperwork on time 95% of the time (CCAR, Treatment Plan, Case Closing)Submit 90% of all PTD forms within three working daysMeet required number of Consumer Service Hours as determined by Network Director each monthAdhere to CO-ACT Fidelity Model to ensure compliance with the programProvide assessment of ADL (activities of daily living) skillsProvide individual, group and case management services as indicated and identified in the consumer treatment planMaintain communication links with other Jefferson Center programs (i.e.: Adult Outpatient, Access/Emergency, Inpatient Liaisons, Residential, Navigation, etc.)Ongoing monitoring of assigned caseload, assessment of symptoms to prevent relapse and follow up with appropriate services as neededAssist with monthly data tracking and reporting for OBHParticipate in other EBPs (DBT, IDDT) as assigned by Network DirectorParticipate in supervision by coming prepared with an agenda; report high risk/problem cases, and utilize a problem solving approachParticipate in daily ACT team meetings to review schedule and coordinate outreach/activities with the teamAttend supervision at times and intervals agreed upon with supervisorEnsure that fee collections meet the team goal as determined by Network DirectorExhibit enthusiasm, respect, adaptability, flexibility and spirit of cooperation in the work environment; demonstrate knowledge of principles of trauma informed careMaintain effective interpersonal relations with consumers, peers, subordinates, upper management, visitors and the general publicEffectively respond to phone call and other requests in timely mannerEffectively respond to consumer needs and problems, initiate and maintain positive interactionDemonstrate knowledge and skills to develop a therapeutic alliance with consumers and work effectively with consumers from diverse backgroundsWork cooperatively with other community agencies, as appropriate, and in agreement with supervisorOther Duties:Attend mandatory in-servicesParticipate on Center work groups/task forces as assignedUse language and behavior to promote dignity/respect with consumers, staff and external customersContinually strive for self-improvement to learn new skills to benefit consumers and CenterDemonstrate cultural competency, awareness, and skills in workOther duties as assignedNote: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:Master's degree (from accredited University/College) in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field required.Two-years relevant experience required.Clinical Licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) preferred.CAS/CAT preferred but not required.Motor Vehicle Insurance Coverage requires applicant must be 25 years or older. Must have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Driving record as determine by our insurance carrier. An MVR will be pulled along with a background check.Knowledge of:Stages of Change ModelMotivational InterviewingCognitive Behavioral Therapy skillsRecovery-based treatmentExperience with chemical dependency and abuseCrisis intervention skillsCase Management Service DeliverySalary Grade 51-Master's Unlicensed Clinician $57,000 - $64,000*Salary Grade 52- (Licensed Clinician LCSW, LMFT, LPC) $70,000 – $77,200*Additional Salary Information*:The salary range above is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE.*Application deadline: 10/22/2024. Review of applications will begin immediately.
