CCS Care Coordinator

JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE: Under the
direction of the CCS Program Manager & Clinical Coordinator, the Care
Coordinator, assists individuals diagnosed with a mental illness and/or
substance use disorders to live independently in the community, in
accordance with agency policies and procedures. The Care Coordinator
will assist individuals to utilize professional, community, and natural
supports to address their needs both at home and in the community on
their path to recovery. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include
the following. Other duties may be assigned. Completes the MH/AODA
Functional Screen online training and 20 hours (or 40 depending on prior
social service experience) of training provided by Milwaukee County CARS
or in the community within 90-days of hire as outlined by DHS 36.
MH/AODA Certification must be renewed every two years. Interviews
clients to complete the Mental Health/AODA functional screen and develop
an individual recovery plan, to include case planning, obtaining and
referrals for services, on- going monitoring, modeling, and service
coordination. Assist clients developing client centered goals and
services such as: medical and mental health assistance, obtaining legal
assistance and benefits, medication management, in finding employment,
training and education, financial management and budgeting, ADL
assistance, development of social support systems, AODA services and
support, etc. Manage caseloads to provide supportive contacts and assist
clients in navigating through the community. Assess clients needs and
complete referrals and meet clients where they are in the community, to
include hospitals within established guidelines. Provides services such
as care coordination as outlined by DHS 36 and Forward Health. Assist
clients with developing life skills helpful for independent living.
Completes discharge paperwork if client meets predetermined discharge
criteria. Transfer clients when services are no longer required or if
more services are needed. Attend CCS Operation meetings for transfers or
discharge of clients. Coordinate/provide transportation for clients to
and from appointments, to include medical and mental health, shopping,
housing, etc. Attend and actively participate in departmental meetings
and treatment team meetings with other service agencies/supports.
Complete regular billing/documentation for T-19 reimbursement of
services provided to each client. Perform on-call coverage as scheduled.
Complete special projects as assigned. Maintain technical competency and
remain current in technology… For full info follow application link.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider
qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity,
gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical
condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.
***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
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