Substance Use Care Coordinator

Position Summary South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is seeking a Substance Use Care Coordinator to our Mobile Response Team. This role provides care coordination to assigned individuals involved with MRT crisis intervention. Substance Use Care Coordinator will be responsible for monitoring care linkages and/or following up with clients (if services are refused) for 72 hours to ensure successful care linkages both internal and external. Ongoing care coordination provided by the coordinator will help to ensure that individuals receive timely and appropriate services and to monitor the success of referrals. The provision of care coordination services will allow for adjustment of referrals or modification of services as necessary and strengthens continuity of care for the individuals served. About Us South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral healthcare provider serving Southeast Palm Beach County. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality mental health services to individuals and families in our community. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related human services fieldTwo years full-time or equivalent experience working with adults and children at riskMust have a valid Florida Driver’s License Preferred Qualifications: Enrolled in a Master’s Program in a related field and have professional experience in substance use. Duties And Responsibilities Face-to-face assessment interviews with clients to determine their level of substance abuse needsAccompany clients to & links them with community resources, as neededCounsel clients and family members, when appropriate, on relevant clinical issuesContinuous outreach to all clients in caseloadAdvocate for clients, such as assisting with locating treatment facilities or halfway housesComplete applications for services and discuss client needs with their provider(s)Coordinate provider care i.e. psychiatrists, therapists, medication clinics, and external services such as hospitals,social service agencies, and/or housing agenciesMonitors the treatment process to ensure required services are provided in a timely mannerAttend staff and community meetingsDocumentation including progress notes, progressive reviews, and other reports, on multiple platformsComplete an extensive monthly report to convey data to DCFConduct assessments, as instructed, as part of client's medical recordsDaily entries into Credible (EHR) schedule and COC module Physical Demands Must be in good physical condition with no restrictions of movement. Must be able to apply Therapeutic Effective Aggression Management (CPI/CARE) Techniques without limitations Working Conditions Professional healthcare office and clinical environmentFrequent interaction with leadership, clinical staff, and regulatory bodiesMay require participation in audits, inspections, or urgent compliance matters Performance Standards Performance will be evaluated based on: Effectiveness of quality improvement initiatives and outcomesCompliance with regulatory and accreditation standardsAccuracy and timeliness of reporting and auditsReduction of risk and incident trendsCollaboration with leadership and department teamsOrganizational readiness for surveys and inspections Schedule & Work Details Full-Time Position Schedule: Hours may vary based on organizational needs Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Health, dental, and vision insurancePaid time offLife and long-term disability coverageVoluntary benefit options401(k) with employer match Additional Information Background check required Drug-free workplace Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Apply now. Because of the work we do in the community, a full background check is required for all staff. We are a drug free employer. South County Mental Health Center, Inc is an EOE. Powered by JazzHR XaBHaHbReA