Care Coordinator RTF at Aroostook Mental Health Services

Full-timeDescriptionWe are seeking a compassionate motivated Full Time Residential Care Coordinator to join our residential treatment team and support individuals beginning their recovery journey from substance use. This role plays a vital part in engaging clients coordinating treatment and aftercare collaborating with referral sources and community partners and supporting both clients and families during the early stages of recovery.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain strong clinical relationships with clients and families entering residential treatment.Assess client goals psychosocial needs financial considerations and discharge planning requirements.Create facilitate and monitor comprehensive aftercare plans through interdisciplinary collaboration.Act as liaison between staff healthcare providers referral sources caregivers and payors.Identify and resolve barriers to a timely and successful discharge.Ensure clients and families understand all planned aftercare services and related costs.Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR.Participate in cross-training and assist as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor.What Were Looking ForA welcoming non-judgmental approach to individuals seeking mental health and substance use treatment.Strong communication coordination and advocacy skills.Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines.Flexibility to meet client and organizational needsincluding overtime and short-notice schedule changes.Comfort interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds identities and abilities.Reliable transportation and an active drivers license highly preferred.Work Environment & Physical RequirementsWork is performed in a quiet office-style environment with travel required within the service area.Ability to sit stand walk communicate and use office equipment (keyboard phone etc.).Must occasionally lift/move up to 10 pounds.If youre passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others and thrive in a dynamic team-based environment we want to meet you.AMHC is an equal opportunity employer.ind123RequirementsAn associate degree in a human services-related field with 1-2 years of relevant experience in the field of substance use disorder is required. A bachelors degree in a Human Services-related field(s) is preferred.Licensure as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) is preferred at the time of hire however the agency is willing to provide clinical consultation and support to obtain the required licensing.Holders of this position must complete a physical at least once every three years.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Senior Care,Hoyer Lift,Medical office experience,Dementia Care,Home Care,Nursing,Alzheimers Care,Administrative Experience,Meal Preparation,Medication Administration,Memory Care,Tube Feeding Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 37857 - 45428