GILEAD - Case Manager- Union
Gilead Community Services, Inc. · Old Saybrook, CT · 1 mo ago
Management$20.38/hrInternship
About the role
Established in 1968, Gilead has over 50 years of experience providing the highest quality services that support each person’s recovery from mental health or substance use challenges in their lives. Gilead empowers personal growth, independence and recovery through improved mental health, physical well-being, and community integration. Gilead’s supportive and collaborative services are marked by excellence, compassion, innovation, and integrity.
Responsibilities
- Understanding needs of clients experiencing severe and prolonged mental health and substance abuse disorders through Gilead’s training and education
- Aiding with meal preparation, household chores, shopping, cleaning, laundry, and money management, in the teaching of daily living skills
- Providing recovery-oriented services with an emphasis on dignity, respect, and inclusion of family and other natural supports
- Coordinating and providing transportation to treatment, community and social outings, and other essential appointments
- Collaborating with the treatment team to support clients’ mental health, offering education and training regarding symptom management, and assessing for risks as necessary
- Acting with compassion, integrity, and ethics
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a human service field; Master’s degree preferred
- One year of clinical experience
- Maintain and provide proof of valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in good standing
- Reliable use of personal vehicle as needed
- Experience working with adolescents and individuals with psychiatric issues preferred
Qualifications
- Comprehensive understanding of mental health and substance abuse disorders
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations
Skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
- Generous paid vacation, sick, and personal time plus paid holidays
- Affordable, employer-sponsored medical and dental insurance (Gilead pays 88%)
- Employer-provided long-term disability and life insurance (Gilead pays 100%)
- Hands-on learning experience and supervision
- Scholarship, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities
- Paid training, education, and certification as necessary (including CPR training)
Pay
$20.38 per hour
Schedule
Sunday & Monday 7:00am-3:00pm, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 7:00am-3:00pm (40 hours per week)