Position Summary:

Working as part of a collaborative care team, the person in this position will assist individuals with behavioral health disorders to obtain health, residential, financial and social services; conduct visits to individual’s residences or community of choice, provide assessments and develop and participate in care management plan development and implementation. Will advocate on the individual’s behalf for services needed, link with other agencies and internally for services, and refer as needed. Participates in treatment plans and provides advisory and consultative services related to programming.

Essential Job Functions:

Assess resource needs of caseload Collaborate and engage with community resources to prevent the need for involuntary commitment, improve community integration, and promote recovery by addressing the needs of all eligible individuals Perform a wide range of tasks in emergency, outpatient or inpatient settings that are designed to assist individuals in recovery and living in the community by assisting choosing, obtaining and keeping wellness minded and healthy lifestyles Educate and refer individuals to community agencies and businesses that appropriately address their needs for food, shelter, clothing, employment, transportation, etc. Assist with establishing or re-establishing family and community support systems Act as advocate to improve access to needed services Participate in clinical staffing decisions regarding the individual’s current strengths and resources and their need for additional resources. Coordinate care and gather clinical information in an integrated care model. Complete all necessary concurrent reviews within the timeframes set forth by the UR/ Billing department. Complete documentation of services in a timely manner in the electronic health record Provide input into the patient’s treatment needs and disposition Understanding and application of funding sources, primarily Medicaid and how those may impact treatment options and length of stay. Assessment and diagnoses of Substance Use disorders and determination level of care using DSM-5 and ASAM tools. Assisting clients with applications for Medicaid. Assists other staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community. Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation