Case Manager Crisis Stabilization Unit $2,500 retention bonus.
The Providence Center · Providence, RI · 1 mo ago
Full-time
About the role
This position is eligible for a $2,500 retention bonus. The Providence Center Case Manager in the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) delivers a range of client services including screenings, intakes, assessments, orientation, counseling, crisis intervention, and referrals.
Responsibilities
- Provide case management services linking in-house treatment with external supportive services.
- Respond calmly and professionally during crisis or emergency situations.
- Schedule client appointments with outside agencies.
- Assist clients with benefits acquisition (e.g., SSI, general public assistance, food stamps, advocates office, medical doctor).
- Complete required interagency and other necessary paperwork.
- Assist with unit group activities.
- Support clients with prevocational, vocational and/or educational programs; housing issues; medical services, etc.
- Conduct toxicology testing for all clients as instructed by the program manager.
- Recruit eligible, underserved consumer groups through outreach as needed.
- Provide services in settings most acceptable and accessible to individual consumers.
- Follow up to ensure appropriate services have been delivered.
- Transport clients in own vehicle or TPC vehicle to planned activities and appointments; drive carefully and abide by traffic rules; ensure seat belts are worn by all traveling in Center-owned or employee-owned vehicles.
- Complete recordkeeping in accordance with Health Information Services (HIS) and other Center requirements within required time frames and abide by Center confidentiality policy.
- Complete daily activity logs and progress notes with appropriate format.
- Develop and implement a plan of care with ongoing consumer input; complete a clear, specific, behaviorally oriented treatment plan as required, with consumer signature.
- Monitor confidentiality in accordance with Center policy and legal requirements.
- Complete required reports and evaluations (MHPRR checklist, Psycho-social form).
- Follow required office procedures in a cooperative manner.
- Initiate and process incident reports as per Center guidelines.
- Adhere to Infection Control protocols.
- Maintain cooperative relationships with Center staff, clients, community agencies and the public.
- Communicate with various local agencies and other departments or teams at The Center.
- Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisory staff; address problems constructively.
- Accept and use direction and supervision; benefit from constructive criticism.
- Attend trainings, case presentations and conferences; provide feedback to staff on educational programs attended.
- Attend mandatory in-service trainings and other required trainings.
- Work flexible but scheduled hours, possibly including some weekend and evening hours.
- Serve on TPC committees.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support client goals and program needs.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred; field of study: Human Services or related.
- Experience in the Human Services field preferred.
- Valid driver’s license, registration, current inspection sticker and insured auto.
- Position may be based at various Center locations, community sites, or client home settings.
- Strong knowledge of community resources and systems, including housing, education, employment, and healthcare.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Ability to build rapport and establish trust with diverse clients and community partners.
- Cultural competence and commitment to providing equitable and inclusive services.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in documentation and electronic record-keeping systems, including electronic medical records.
- Ability to travel within the community with reliable transportation.
- Bilingual preferred; for positions designated as bilingual (Bil), proficiency in the required language is mandatory and must be passed no later than 30 days of starting the role.