What are the responsibilities and job description for the CBHC Bachelors Level Support Staff position at Community Counseling of Bristol County?
Description of Position
We are seeking a full-time Care Coordinator to join our CBHC team in assisting our clients with mental health struggles. The ideal candidate is interested in providing a compassionate and full continuum of care to clients under the umbrella of the CBHC. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team of addressing the social, emotional, psychiatric, and medical needs of the clients we serve; this includes clients across the lifespan with a variety of presentations, including mental health and substance use concerns. Important qualities to be successful in this role include being self-motivated, good personal boundaries, and a belief in the principles of hope and recovery from mental illness. If you are caring, dedicated, and ready to grow your career, we would love to hear from you!
Job Responsibilities
Respond to emergency phone calls offering phone triage and area resources as appropriate.
Coordinating medical and behavioral health care and making referrals
Completing referrals
Working to identify, mitigate, and lift social and health inequities and barriers and advocate for the individual's access to services.
Maintain appropriate internal collaboration with co-workers
Provide direct care on the adult voluntary crisis unit to provide coverage if needed by supporting the nursing staff on the unit taking care of the clients
Obtain and maintain an active certification as a Mass Health Certified Application Counselor (CAC)
Work with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, care coordinators, recovery coaches, peer support specialists, nurses, and more.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling Psychology, or closely related discipline
Possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Strong organizational skills
Flexibility
Willingness to learn and grow in the field
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems