What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Supportive Services Case Manager (Youth) position at Harbor Brand?
Harbor is seeking a Coordinator of Supportive Services and Case Management! This position coordinates supportive services and CPST/TBS services to transition age youth (18-24 yrs old) in a permanent supportive housing environment who are at risk of homelessness.
Position is full-time, 40 hours per week. Position is 1st shift 8A - 5P until further notice, but will move to 2nd shift 11A - 8P.
Education/Experience/Other Requirements:
- High school diploma and 3 years of experience required. Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or closely related behavioral/mental health field preferred
- Must be proficient in the use of technology, adept at Windows and Microsoft based programs and able to generate and interpret performance data.
- Must successfully complete required training, before services are rendered, in basic competencies including, at a minimum, an understanding of mental illness or
substance use disorder treatment and recovery, psychiatric and substance use disorder symptoms and their impact on functioning and behavior; how to therapeutically engage a person with mental illness or a person in substance use disorder treatment and recovery; crisis response procedures; an understanding of the community behavioral health system, social service systems, criminal justice system and other healthcare systems; de-escalation techniques and understanding how your own behavior can impact the behavior of others. - Must have a commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
- Able to effectively supervise, provide participant focused services and motivate staff to achieve maximum results.
- The skills required include strong and effective oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and time management skills.
- Must be willing to work nights and weekends as needed.
- When applicable, non-licensed staff will be required to complete 20 hours of CEUs every 24 months.
- CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment
Essential Job Competencies/Primary Duties:
- Assists with creating an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture and is a champion for excellent customer care.
- Provides direct services and supports to residents in developing and individualized service plan and achieving goals. and wellbeing.
- Supports residents with appropriate referrals to agencies/programs in support of service plan.
- Provides education and direct services to residents to promote independent living skills, achieving educational goals, exploring careers, and gaining employment.
- Supports residents in problem-solving and resolving tenant issues to successfully maintain housing.
- Follows permanent supportive housing model in providing support services to residents.
- Works collaboratively with building management team to support program goals.
- Follows emergency procedures and incident reporting to insure resident safety.
- Supports resident meetings for input and supports a continual improvement process for delivering permanent supportive housing services.
- Attends meetings with building management team to support coordinated service delivery.
- Assists residents with meetings with building management team and supports residents in understanding lease, resident building expectations, to insure residents follow building rules.
- Attends vocational staff, general staff, and other meetings as appropriate.
- Keeps current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies, and demonstrates continued growth.
- Must be willing to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends.
- May be required to work at multiple sites, or provide services in the home or other community setting.
- Meets billing expectations and follows agency requirements for documentation and service reporting.
About Harbor:
A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment for over 100 years
350 clinical staff serve over 24,000 clients across multiple locations and in the community each year
Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, and more!
Why Work for Harbor?
It is fast-paced and challenging, but you will have a lot of fun in the process. You will have the opportunity to meet other motivated individuals who are also making a positive impact at our company. Harbor is committed to investing our resources in you! Some benefits of working with Harbor include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
- Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
- Clinical supervision hours offered
- Employee referral bonuses
- Ability to make a difference in your community!