What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager - Recovery position at Oak Hill (Legal name: CT Institute for the Blind)?
Summary
Responsible for performing direct clinical and administrative support for a Residential service program, including case management, advocacy, education, and rehabilitative services. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Union
Duties and Responsibilities
• Provides clinical knowledge regarding severe and prolonged mental health and substance abuse disorders through training and education.
• Carries an individual case load of no more than 4 clients. In some situations, this could be reduced.
• Supports an effective program by implementing clinical services, best practice models of care and daily functions as required by contractual and regulatory bodies.
• Carries out all phases of clinical services, including intake, engagement, assessment, treatment planning, continued services, transitioning and discharge processes.
• Provides competent Recovery oriented clinical case-management services by the demonstration of intervention and support, inclusion of family/friends/community, dignity and care, supportive counseling and medication self-administration where applicable.
• Provides support through Rehabilitation Option services for individuals’ needs such as: entitlements, nutrition, clothing, basic care skills, pursuit of personal interests, spirituality, relationships and finance management, where applicable.
• Functions as part of a treatment team providing coverage for other Case Managers’ caseloads when needed.
• Ensures that the program’s physical environment meets required regulations including a clean, safe, and welcoming atmosphere.
• Supports the processes for all contractual agreements, certifications or licensing regulations including but not limited to the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and CARF.
• Consults and monitors medical and mental health needs regarding risk management. Implement risk management plans as necessary.
• Makes individual program percentage of required direct contacts per week.
• Spends 65% or more of total scheduled work hours with clients. Performs skill-based group and individual work with clients, when applicable.
Education and Years of Experience
• Degree: Bachelors’ Degree in Human Service Field Required. Masters Degree Preferred.
• Number of Years of Experience: 1
Requirements
• Prior clinical experience in the field of mental health and addictions.
• Must maintain and provide proof of valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in good standing.
• Ability to provide leadership under stressful or crisis situations. Ability to solve problems. Ability to meet deadlines and establish and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Medication Self-Administration Training
• Demonstration of ethical behavior and sound judgment that supports the NASW standard of care.
• Ability to travel to various agencies, businesses, and be with clients in the community, if needed.
• Use of personal vehicle.
• Able to work flexible hours when necessary.
• Must meet and maintain all required training, certifications etc. needed.
• Uphold confidentiality by following the HIPAA regulations.
Working Conditions
• Working conditions are based both in office and community/residential settings.
• Local travel.
• Possibility of exposure to outdoor weather conditions, unsanitary environments.
• Possibility of exposure to use of substances, vulgar statements, or hostile/dangerous situations
