Job Description
The Non-Medical Case Manager is an essential part of the POCAAN's Prevention and Care Team. Under the supervision of the Konnect II Program Manager, a Non-Medical Case Manager links HIV+ individuals who experience multiple services need to a continuum of health and social services within their communities. The role of the Non- Medical Case Manager is to partner with clients, their support, health providers, and other social services, along with a multitude of internal programs, all designed to improve the health and well-being of HIV+ individuals while eliminating new HIV transmissions.
The Non-Medical Case Manager will provide outreach and individual support to potential clients who have Substance Abuse and Mental Health issues via face-to-face visits, mail, e-mail, online engagement, and other means as pre-determined by the Prevention and Care Team. This position requires a Licensed Substance Use Disorder Professional. It is also outcomes-based, and the Non-Medical Case Manager is expected to meet the organization's enrollment goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide Client services and appropriate support services to individuals and families, develop programs and resources and formulate case plans that promote moving towards self-sufficiency.
- Develop knowledge of HIV care and prevention information and systems.
- Network with community providers and partnerships for improved service delivery and reduce HIV-related stigma.
- Maintains electronic file records as required by funding sources.
- Weekly maintenance of a work plan that details project goals and outcomes and manages the program goals and objectives.
- Performs other related duties that help support the Non- Medical Case Management program and move clients toward achieving their health goals.
- Educate, support, and promote risk reduction with clients and their communities.
- Willing to learn HIV Medical Case management database input (Provide)
- Coordinate, schedule, and conduct HIV outreach activities
- Conduct one-on-one, online, and group outreach services to the MSM community and improve access to service.
- Assist Linkage to Care Coordinator in linking People Living with HIV and High-Risk Negatives to essential services
- Data entry and administrative support
- Participation in agency training programs
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Bachelor's Degree in Community Health or Social Services and one year of experience in case management/community health advocacy or an Associate's Degree with two years of relevant case management and community health advocacy experience.
- Have a valid State of Washington SUDP License.
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
- Must have a valid Washington State Driver's License.
- Experience in building coalitions and partnerships.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking and written reporting; workshop facilitation experience is a plus.
- A problem solver and self-starter who demonstrates the ability to think fast on their feet; a team player; able to multitask; attentive to detail
- Familiarity with non-profit training or social service organizations, with good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet explorer.
- Must be detailed oriented and able to multitask, with the ability to take the initiative, work independently, and work in a team environment.
- Professional attire required.
Qualifications:
- Successful experience working with ethnic, racial, economic, and sexually diverse populations
- Background and/or willingness to work with men who have sex with men (MSM)
- Willingness to work non-traditional hours.
- Have knowledge and sensitivity about the needs/issues of various subpopulations such as people of color and the LGBT community
- Must demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and discretionary abilities.
- Must possess reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and maintain the minimum vehicle insurance requirements.
- Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Ability to speak a second language or speak Spanish and/or African dialects.
- Ability to flex communication style to multiple cultural environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to present to diverse audiences, specifically racially, ethnically, gender diverse, and socioeconomically diverse communities.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Must have a working knowledge of MS Word, MS Publisher, MS Outlook, and MS PowerPoint.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
CERTIFICATES & LICENSES: Substance Use Disorder Professional License, have completed WA State Case Management Training, you must pass all three modules within two months of the date of hire.
AGENCY-WIDE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supports the mission, vision, and values of the POCAAN
- Complies willingly with all organizational policies and procedures
- Supports and facilitates positive interaction with others by exhibiting:
- Individual maturity
- Respect for others
- A team-centered approach
- Maintenance of confidential information
- Participates in appropriate professional development programs to attain and maintain competency