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Job description
Living Room Crisis Specialist/Case Manager - Part-Time
Under the assigned supervisor, the Living Room Program Crisis Specialist/Case Manager provides on-site crisis intervention, case management, counseling, or mental health services to adults in accordance with the agency's policies and program guidelines. The Crisis Specialist/Case Manager works to alleviate or stabilize mental health and behavioral health symptoms of referred clients that impair their ability to adjust to home, integrate into the community, or maintain living stability. Services are provided to individuals in crisis on a 24/7/365 basis inside the Living Room location.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides Crisis Intervention Services within scheduled shift. Program operates 24/7/365, so schedules include evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
Some additional coverage of nights, weekends, and holidays if schedule or staffing requires additional support.
Works part-time hours (usually 20-35 hours per week); however, this is flexible based on program needs.
Conducts In-Person Crisis/Safety Assessments with Peer Support professional
Works with the Peer Support professional to use assessment tools to determine the immediate level of care needs and the service array for referred clients.
Facilitates linkage to necessary level of care for the individual in crisis, including but not limited to: psychiatric hospitals, shelter resources, food banks, insurance and medical resources, employment resources.
Provides follow-up services after a crisis, including but not limited to linkages to resources, Mental Health Assessments, Treatment Plans, and other Case Management services in accordance with the agency's trauma-informed Framework (ARC).
Provides mental health stabilization and specific services according to funding source (such as Medicaid) where applicable.
Completes required paperwork within established timelines and Medicaid-compliant documentation, including but not limited to: assessment documentation, case notes, creation and maintenance of physical client file
Provides transportation for clients in accordance with program guidelines.
Assists in the integration of all services provided for the client by serving as a central point of communications for service components during crisis
Represents the agency at court hearings as necessary
Performs other related duties as assigned.
This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive. One Hope United reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.
Qualifications Education: BS/BA degree in a human service-related field
Experience: 1- 3 or more years related experience, preferred
Other: Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record with OHU required levels of coverage for auto insurance
Required Skills Proficient computer skills in a Microsoft Suite environment and adaptive skills to expand software application skills as necessary.
Highly organized, yet flexible, and can handle multiple priorities/projects well; ability to manage tight deadlines.
Ability to function well in a team environment.
Ability to demonstrate project management, analytical, and presentation skills.
Resourceful in researching issues and developing solutions with minimal supervision.
Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills (verbal, written, active listening).
Demonstrated ability to build professional relationships.
Demonstrated problem-solving techniques.
Ability to exercise discretion and ensure confidentiality.
We Invest in You! Tuition assistance up to $2500 per fiscal year
Up to 4 weeks paid Vacation Days, up to 6 paid Personal Days, 1 paid Mental Health Day, and up to 5 paid Sick days annually
Medical, dental, vision, 403 (b) retirement, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, dependent care, commuter and transit
Agency-paid Life&ADD insurance up to $50K based on salary and short-term disability
Agency-paid long-term after 1 year of employment
Voluntary Supplemental Life&ADD, Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital for Employee, Spouse, and Child(ren)
Voluntary Legal Plans
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program with 6 free counseling sessions
Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
Free LCSW and LCPC Supervision hours available in some locations
A Different Kind of Employer: One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us? 800+ talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois and Florida
Fiscally stable, $70 Million agency-- strong since 1895
Energetic leadership and a rich community of support
One Hope United does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. OHU participates in E-Verify.
Pay Range: $23 per hour
Worksite address
springfield, IL, 62777, US
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