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Care Coordinator - Pembroke Pines Florida
Company: Westcare Foundation, Inc.
Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida
Posted On: 01/26/2025
Job DetailsJob Location Pembroke Pines - 1633 Poinciana Drive - Pembroke Pines, FLPosition Type Full TimeEducation Level 4 Year DegreeSalary Range $45,000.00 - $45,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category Nonprofit - Social ServicesDescription Position Summary:
The person in this position will be responsible to act as the primary consumer advocate for the program assigned. The person in this position keeps abreast of progress, and coordinates all services delivered to the consumer and family internally and through external referral.
Essential Job Functions:
Administer evidence based assessments as need
Conduct Needs Assessment
Develop Service Plans in collaboration with the consumer and family
Conduct monthly Service Plan reviews
Document all clinical services and activities in accord with licensing, Medicaid, and Joint Commission standards and agency policy and procedure
Conduct individual case management sessions
Provide vocational education and skills building to the consumer as needed
Perform activities on behalf of the consumer and family, including attendance at external appointments (e.g., court appearances, school staffing, etc.), as needed
Provide referral and linkage for the consumer and family, as needed
Prepare monthly Progress Reports, as required, for assigned consumers for courts, probation officers, caseworkers, etc.
Coordinate consumer and family care with the treatment team and with external providers
Responsible for the development of the discharge plan in coordination with other treatment team members
Arrange transportation for consumers, as necessary
Provide case management to additional populations, as needed
Participate in case conference
Understands HIPAA, Professional Ethics, Consumer Rights and Confidentiality
- Completes all orientation and mandated training activities, including E-Learning Courses, within required timeframes, and in accordance with the criteria established for this position.
Participate in performance improvement activities
Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Essential Qualifications:
Certifications/Licensures:
Certification as a certified case manager in good standing and recognized by the Florida Certification Board is preferred at time of hire; Preference will be given to those candidates who are currently Certified;
Education:
Graduation from an accredited bachelors program with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or related field is required
Experience and Competencies:
Two years of previously supervised work experience in providing individual/family therapy is preferred
Bilingual is preferred.
Must have reliable means of transportation
Must have familiarity with Miami-Dade County.
Maintains confidential files and records.
The ability to identify and evaluate an individual's strengths, barriers, problems, and needs for the development of a Wellness and Recovery Plan
The ability to evaluate the impact of substance use and mental health problems on the consumer's functioning in major life areas
Knowledge of the inter-relationship among substance use, mental health, and primary care disorders.
The ability to conceptualize cases within a developmental framework for the purpose of treatment planning, intervention, and discharge planning
Knowledge in the understanding of Motivational Interviewing; Motivational Enhancement Therapy; Comprehensive, Continuous Integrated System of Care (CCISC); and Trauma-Informed Care
Demonstrate proficiency is the administration and interpretation of the below listed assessments, as needed:
SMQ10
PCL-5
ASAM
Confidence Questionnaire
Child/Adult Behavioral Checklist
Overdose screening
Sissar/Cfars/Mental health outcome
GPRA
Locus
Demonstrate proficiency in the use of A-CRA and ACC
Demonstrate proficiency in individualizing the GRRS
The ability to coordinate and integrate multiple services, as well as interface and communicate with internal and external providers
The ability to provide information to individuals and families concerning alcohol or other drug use, mental health problems, and the available services and resources
Ability to use trauma informed care principles including ensuring consumer safety, preventing/avoiding re-traumatization, maximizing trustworthiness, enhancing consumer choice, maximizing collaboration, and emphasizing empowerment
Ability to identify and describe key signs, symptoms, impact and manifestations of trauma
Aware of the differences between trauma informed and trauma-specific services
Understands the bidirectional relationships among substance use and mental disorders and trauma
Understands the differences among various kinds of abuse and trauma, including: physical, emotional, and sexual abuse; domestic violence; experiences of war for both combat veterans and survivors of war; natural disasters; and community violence
The ability to identify crises when they surface; mitigate or resolve the immediate problem; and de-escalate the situation, including the ability to develop Safety Plans, as needed
The ability to provide information to individuals and families concerning alcohol or other drug use, mental health problems, and the available services and resources
The ability to identify the needs of a consumer and family that cannot be met by the counselor or agency and to assist the consumer/family to utilize the support systems and community resources available
Knowledge and application of developmental theories
Understanding of family dynamics, family roles, and family structure
Understanding and application of federal, state, local and agency confidentiality rules and professional standards of conduct
Understanding of professional ethics, consumer rights, and professional responsibilities
Understanding of issues related to cultural identity, ethnic background, age, developmental level, gender and sexual orientation in prevention, intervention and treatment.
Understands that different cultural and ethnic groups have different perceptions of health, wellness, behavioral health, and preventive health services
Demonstrates respect for individual's cultural and ethnic values when conducting assessments, developing Wellness and Recovery Plans, and providing services
Understands that different cultures define and perceive family and its importance differently
Demonstrates ability to work effectively with culturally diverse staff and populations
Knowledge of WestCare Mission, goals and values
Knowledge of Incident Reporting
Knowledge of HIPAA, Professional Ethics, Consumer Rights and Confidentiality
Familiarity with WestCare services and programs
Demonstrates a high degree of dependability.
Maintains a good attendance record.
Observes working hours
Shows flexibility and is responsive to requests from supervisor
Works independently with minimal supervision
Exhibits characteristics of good workmanship, and integrity on the job
Work time is always productive
Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, co-workers, external partners, and regulatory agencies
Is courteous to consumers, staff, and all others.
Demonstrates tact at the appropriate time.
Cooperates with others both within and outside WestCare.
Works well with supervisor; accepts direction and supervision
Maintains a positive attitude toward work
Ensures and maintains a safe working environment.
Work area is clean and orderly.
Verbalizes, understands and adheres to agency safety procedures.
Demonstrates appropriate use of Unusual Incident Reports, in accordance with the Center's reporting procedures
Presents a positive personal image
Dresses and maintains a professional demeanor
CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test.
Ability utilize Microsoft Office Software Suite
Ability to provide an Affidavit of Good Moral Character
Clearance in Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Criminal Records Checks, as required.
Working Conditions:
Work is primarily performed in an office or outpatient treatment setting.
Some outdoor activities may be required.
Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job
The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or without accommodation:
Physical Demands:
Requires mobility and physical activity: Having an adequate range of body motion and mobility to work in an office, residential, or outdoor environment including standing and walking (even and uneven surfaces), sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds. Use of computer and telephone systems is required which includes coordination of eye and hand, and fine manipulation by the hands (typing, writing, and working with files). Requires the ability to defend oneself and clients in physically abusive situations through the use of approved physical de-escalation techniques.
Requires talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Talking is required to impart oral information to employees, clients, patients, and the public, and in those activities in which the employee is required to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Requires hearing: Hearing is required to receive and communicate detailed information through oral communication.
Requires seeing: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and at distance. This factor is required to complete paperwork for many of the employee's essential job functions and to observe client behavior and activities in and out of the facility.
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