What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at Operation PAR, Inc?
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.
BENEFITS:
- 9 paid holidays per year
- 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays). PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- 401k matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Links individuals with Substance Use Disorder, substance use/opioid-related overdose survivors, those with health-related issues due to substance use to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), detox, and various inpatient and outpatient programs. Uses time spent communicating with those in the hospital/community to assist in initiating treatment and engage patients in on-going treatment and recovery support. Provides educational resources, community resources and support to participants and their friends, family, and caregivers regarding overdose prevention, treatment for substance use disorder, and recovery support. Provides triage, screening and evaluation services to determine appropriate level of care. Is responsible for timely, professional documentation and data collection according to Operation PAR standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
- Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
- Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
- Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
- Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Must meet one of the following criteria:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- One year of experience working in behavioral health required
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:
- CPR and First Aid certification to be completed within six months of employment
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must pass a level II background check https://info.flclearinghouse.com and drug screen
- Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Treatment program / hospital environment
- Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
- Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases
Salary : $20 - $23