Continuum of Care
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Case Manager I
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Continuum of Care . 1st Shift: 40 hours. Sunday - Thursday 11am - 7pm. Responsibilities
Provide a comprehensive array of support focused on skill building and case management activities to support clients in achieving independence and well-being. Complete screenings and assessments to support development of person-centered care plans. Deliver services in a team approach, including rehabilitative supports, activities of daily living, access to area resources, psycho-education groups, socialization, and community integration. Engage in day-to-day program activities, complete assigned documentation per contract and agency requirements, and assist with maintaining a clean working environment. Work in residential 12 and 24-hour settings with caseloads as assigned. Essential Job Functions Client Care: Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with clients while maintaining professional ethics and boundaries. Enhances a client’s daily living skills by assessing and providing various modalities of teaching and assistance (e.g., modeling, prompting, hands-on assistance). Develops, implements, and monitors person-centered plans with the client in all aspects of care, including intake and discharge processes. Coordinates and assists clients with case management needs: referrals, obtaining and maintaining entitlements, money management, accessing treatment, medical care, transportation, housing, wellness/nutrition, legal services, education and employment, etc. Assists the client in identifying potential barriers to achieving aspirations and goals, and links the client to appropriate services. Meets regularly with each client to review progress, mental health stability, upcoming appointments and activities. Supports clients to learn local transportation and provides transportation to meet client needs; may transport clients in personal vehicles in community-based settings and shared-living programs. Conducts regular apartment/room inspections and assists clients in maintaining the cleanliness of living spaces. Develops and maintains working relationships with families, natural supports, and external providers; advocates on behalf of clients as necessary. Facilitates/cofacilitates psychoeducational groups as indicated. Completes service entry documentation in accordance with contract and agency requirements; may administer breathalyzer tests and urinalysis samples as applicable. Attends and participates in staff meetings, rounds, supervision, and other program activities. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred with a minimum of one (1) year experience. High school diploma considered with two (2) years’ experience, including one (1) year working with Continuum. Prior experience working with people with persistent chronic mental illness and/or addiction. Valid driver's license required. Reliable vehicle required in community-based settings and shared-living programs. Employee must maintain CT State automobile liability insurance on personal vehicle. CPR/First Aid certification offered as part of orientation. Employee is responsible to maintain ongoing certification. Proficient reading, writing, and oral skills; computer proficiency and familiarity with electronic record keeping. Knowledge of the community support system and resources preferred. Company Benefits
Competitive Wages 401(k) with company match up to 3.5% Medical, Dental and Vision FSA and Dependent Care Accounts Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program Company Sponsored Life, AD&D and LTD Colonial Supplemental Insurance Vacation, PTO & Sick time for eligible FT 40 & PT (2039 hour) Connecticut Paid Sick Time up to 40 hours a year 12 Company Holidays Paid at Double Time (hourly employees)
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Join to apply for the
Case Manager I
role at
Continuum of Care . 1st Shift: 40 hours. Sunday - Thursday 11am - 7pm. Responsibilities
Provide a comprehensive array of support focused on skill building and case management activities to support clients in achieving independence and well-being. Complete screenings and assessments to support development of person-centered care plans. Deliver services in a team approach, including rehabilitative supports, activities of daily living, access to area resources, psycho-education groups, socialization, and community integration. Engage in day-to-day program activities, complete assigned documentation per contract and agency requirements, and assist with maintaining a clean working environment. Work in residential 12 and 24-hour settings with caseloads as assigned. Essential Job Functions Client Care: Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with clients while maintaining professional ethics and boundaries. Enhances a client’s daily living skills by assessing and providing various modalities of teaching and assistance (e.g., modeling, prompting, hands-on assistance). Develops, implements, and monitors person-centered plans with the client in all aspects of care, including intake and discharge processes. Coordinates and assists clients with case management needs: referrals, obtaining and maintaining entitlements, money management, accessing treatment, medical care, transportation, housing, wellness/nutrition, legal services, education and employment, etc. Assists the client in identifying potential barriers to achieving aspirations and goals, and links the client to appropriate services. Meets regularly with each client to review progress, mental health stability, upcoming appointments and activities. Supports clients to learn local transportation and provides transportation to meet client needs; may transport clients in personal vehicles in community-based settings and shared-living programs. Conducts regular apartment/room inspections and assists clients in maintaining the cleanliness of living spaces. Develops and maintains working relationships with families, natural supports, and external providers; advocates on behalf of clients as necessary. Facilitates/cofacilitates psychoeducational groups as indicated. Completes service entry documentation in accordance with contract and agency requirements; may administer breathalyzer tests and urinalysis samples as applicable. Attends and participates in staff meetings, rounds, supervision, and other program activities. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred with a minimum of one (1) year experience. High school diploma considered with two (2) years’ experience, including one (1) year working with Continuum. Prior experience working with people with persistent chronic mental illness and/or addiction. Valid driver's license required. Reliable vehicle required in community-based settings and shared-living programs. Employee must maintain CT State automobile liability insurance on personal vehicle. CPR/First Aid certification offered as part of orientation. Employee is responsible to maintain ongoing certification. Proficient reading, writing, and oral skills; computer proficiency and familiarity with electronic record keeping. Knowledge of the community support system and resources preferred. Company Benefits
Competitive Wages 401(k) with company match up to 3.5% Medical, Dental and Vision FSA and Dependent Care Accounts Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program Company Sponsored Life, AD&D and LTD Colonial Supplemental Insurance Vacation, PTO & Sick time for eligible FT 40 & PT (2039 hour) Connecticut Paid Sick Time up to 40 hours a year 12 Company Holidays Paid at Double Time (hourly employees)
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