Prevention Specialist/Care Coordinator - Eloy, AZ (Pinal Hispanic Council)

General Summary:  This position will be responsible to fulfill job responsibilities aligned with individual member Care Coordination and Substance Abuse prevention within a school setting. Care Coordination will include responsibility for utilizing an integrated case management model that includes assessment, planning, implementation, and monitoring. Manages the member’s whole health and will provide the services and coordination that are needed/requested. Prevention Specialist responsibilities include working within the school to support teachers, school counselors, students and their families in the prevention of substance abuse and misuse of prescription drugs among students. Facilities Life Skills Building groups for Middle School Students and conducts parent meetings and presentations in providing prevention related information. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Care Coordination: Observe members, listen to concerns, and record the observations. Documents any concerns related to member’s behaviors/interventions in clinical records per policy. Supports agency’s mission, goals and management decisions. Monitor the health and safety of members, the signs and symptoms of their mental illness, reporting any concerns to the appropriate staff in accordance with reporting policies. Exhibits professionalism and positive role modeling for members, peers and outside groups/visitors. Ability to accurately read, record and interpret information, including assessments, measures, and diagnostic criteria. Maintain and update member records, including assessments and treatment plans. Provide services and coordination based on member needs/requests. Work effectively with the members’ support system, and clinical/therapeutic groups. Act as an advocate and liaison for client’s access to resources to support service plan goals. Participates in individual and team supervisions as required by licensing, agency, funding source or as requested by supervisor. Work collaboratively with primary care health care professionals to offer individualized assistance with improving and maintaining quality member care. Develop “individual” service plans that are time specific and action oriented. Completes progress notes using the appropriate covered service billing codes and meets engagement/unit expectations. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the individual service plan Prevent Specialist: Works with teachers and school personnel to address prevention needs of middle school students within the School District. Facilitates skill-building groups for youth. Conducts parent meetings and create presentations. Facilitates referrals to behavioral health and other community resources on behalf of students and families served. Identify appropriate providers and facilities through the continuum of care and communicate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and maintain positive working relationships with members, families and providers. Explore community resources to seek alternative options. May be required to transport members in personal or company vehicles. Responsible for following any policies, procedures, and controls established by the organization, the HIPAA Privacy Officer, and/or the HIPAA Security Officer regarding access to, protection of, and the use of the PHI.  Maintains an approved schedule and acceptable level of attendance. Occasional evening work is required for monthly parenting group meetings. Performs other duties as assigned or necessary as they relate to the nature of the position. QUALIFICATIONS: Education – Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Education or Behavioral Health. Experience – At least two (2) years of experience working in the public behavioral health system Knowledge of the Care Coordination and Utilization review process. Minimum 5 years’ experience in Health Care industry. Prior experience working with children/adolescents preferred. Regulatory – Minimum 18 years of age. Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (must possess upon hire and maintain throughout employment). CPR, First Aid & AED certification, if required (must possess upon hire and maintain throughout employment). Valid Arizona Driver’s License, 39-month Motor Vehicle Report, proof of vehicle registration and liability insurance that meet company insurance requirements, if required. Negative TB test result, if required (Employer provides).                                                                          Questions about this position?  Contact us at HR@ichd.net.