DUI Care Coordinator – KC Metro

About the role

Conduct comprehensive assessment, referral, and ongoing monitoring of the clinical substance abuse needs of clients following sentencing guidelines of DUI offenders with 3 or more convictions, in order to reduce recidivism, enhance risk reduction, and public safety. Coverage area is primarily Johnson, Wyandotte, and Leavenworth counties.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the referral and screening process to determine program eligibility.
• Coordinate client care through integrated service planning to address multiple aspects of a client’s life; collaborate with the client and key community partners to establish a framework of action to assist the client in achieving specific goals/tasks while also collaborating with community resources.
• Connect and advocate for clients in obtaining access to services within their local and regional community to address personal and systemic barriers, including:
  • Assisting with obtaining safe, sober housing through transitional or permanent housing.
  • Accessing mental health services to include medication management.
  • Connecting to substance abuse services such as: assessment for diagnosis and formalized treatment programs, community support groups, medication-assisted treatment, recovery-oriented systems of care (ROSC), and/or recovery coach/peer mentors.
  • Addressing physical health issues that result from chronic substance use, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, dental hygiene, and/or traumatic brain injury.
  • Assisting with seeking earned income, and/or the application for state and federal benefits, when appropriate, and/or employment opportunities.
  • Support in navigating the legal system and legal requirements for justice-involved clients.
• Participate as a key member of interdisciplinary teams; facilitate early intervention and reduction of barriers to increase the client’s opportunity for success and self-sufficiency.
• Function as an integral part of a behavioral health care system through the administration of appropriate diagnostic tools, including: SUD assessments, DSM criteria, and American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Patient Placement Criteria, to determine diagnosis and recommend appropriate placement at the safest and most suitable level of care.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of client/system contact for outcome and productivity purposes.
• Monitor and report on achievement of outcome goals by documenting client’s involvement and progress of data outcome measures; develop a working recovery plan of goals/tasks identified by the client.
• Meet established program-specific benchmarks.

Skills

• Able to demonstrate considerable independent judgment and initiative when fulfilling position responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively through verbal, electronic, and written communications. Displays courtesy, tact, respect, and acceptance toward participants, personnel, and stakeholders.
• Represents the agency in a professional image and demeanor.
• Ethical behavior as demonstrated through honesty, accountability, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Able to manage time and resources demonstrated by the ability to manage and prioritize tasks appropriately.
• Able to work through difficult job problems, identify solutions, and utilize supervision appropriately.
• Effective participation in intra- and inter-departmental and community organization teams; attentive and cooperative with others to successfully accomplish group tasks.
• Detail-oriented, timely, and accurate completion of reports, paperwork, and timesheets.
• Develops and maintains active working relationships with peers, community service providers, and stakeholder partnerships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Energetic self-starter who likes to work autonomously in the community, meeting clients in a variety of locations and environments.
• Ability to evaluate statistical data and attention to detail is required.
• Adaptable to change and willingness to adopt new organizational and technology skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s level preparation with experience in social work, health care-related field, and behavioral health or substance abuse systems is preferred.
• Licensure through the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (BSRB) of KS is preferred:
  • LAC – Licensed Addictions Counselor
  • LMAC – Licensed Masters Addictions Counselor
  • LCAC – Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor
  • LMFT – Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
  • LMLP – Licensed Masters Level Psychologist
  • LMSW – Licensed Masters Social Worker
  • LPC – Licensed Professional Counselor
• Consideration given to candidates with extensive experience working with diverse communities around substance misuse and/or behavioral health.
• Experience and ability to use multiple computer applications including but not limited to:
  • Microsoft 365 Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to document client progress in an electronic medical record
  • Internet/Cloud-based applications and platforms
• A valid driver’s license, dependable transportation, and proof of auto insurance must be maintained.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs on a sporadic basis is beneficial.