Care Coordinator

Job Description:
Job Title: Residential Care Coordinator
Location: Trenton, MO
Department: Preferred Family Healthcare: Substance Use Disorder
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Additional Information About the Role
Job Overview:
The incumbent of this position is responsible for providing coordination of services for clients at our residential care facilities.
Key Responsibilities:

• Uncover hidden potential: Delve into initial assessments and discharge planning sessions to uncover the unique needs of our clients, spanning from career aspirations to personal wellness.
• Forge connections: Serve as the bridge between clients and a network of outpatient services, while maintaining open lines of communication with our referral sources and primary care partners.
• Shape the journey: Play a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of our clients' recovery journey by participating in collaborative staffing sessions and providing crucial outside referrals when necessary.
• Navigate the path: Navigate the complexities of treatment scheduling and transportation logistics, ensuring that our clients can access the support they need.
• Tailor the approach: Craft personalized treatment plans that evolve with each individual's progress, advocating for their needs and guiding them through transitional phases.
• Exemplify professionalism: Represent our agency with poise and professionalism in all interactions, setting a standard of excellence in client care.
• Be the lifeline: Offer timely crisis intervention and meticulous documentation, serving as a beacon of support for those in need.
• Embrace growth: Embrace a culture of continuous learning and development, seizing opportunities for training and professional advancement.
• Embrace the unexpected: Embrace the unpredictability of each day, embracing the challenge of fulfilling diverse duties as assigned by our dynamic leadership team.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Knowledge of case management and rehabilitation methods, principles, and techniques as they relate to mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Knowledge of the problems encountered by persons with mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders and how to access the various community resources available.
• Knowledge of the methods and modalities as well as the legal requirements and court procedures related to treating mental illnesses and substance use disorders.
• Some knowledge of supervisory and training techniques and practices used in a substance use disorders/mental health setting.
• Aptitude to evaluate services within assigned program and give input.
• Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively verbally and in writing to produce clear and concise reports.

Education and/or experience qualifications:

• High School education or equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment history.

Supervisory Requirements:
None
Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.