Community Recovery Specialist

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Case Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting individuals and families by providing guidance, resources, and advocacy to help them navigate various challenges. This position requires a strong commitment to social work principles and a passion for making a positive impact in the community. This role will work individuals and their families affected by addiction and currently participating in problem solving courts.

Duties

• Conduct assessments to determine clients' needs and develop personalized service plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to clients in distress, ensuring their immediate safety and well-being.
• Facilitate access to resources such as behavioral health services, addiction counseling, childcare, and workforce development programs.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
• Mentor clients through their journey, offering encouragement and guidance as they work towards their goals.
• Collaborate with community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to coordinate services for clients.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, progress, and outcomes in accordance with agency policies and Medicaid.
• Advocate for clients’ rights and needs, including knowledge of housing assistance programs in Lancaster County.

Experience
Candidates should possess the following skills and experience:

• Background in social work or related fields is required.
• Familiarity with crisis intervention techniques and behavioral health resources.
• Experience working with behavioral health in various capacities is required.
• Strong mentoring skills to support client growth and development.
• High level of integrity as you will be expected to role model health recovery
• Professional and/or lived experience with addiction is a must.
• If you are currently active in Recovery a minimum of 2 years is a must.

If you are passionate about helping others and have the necessary skills to thrive as a Case Manager, we encourage you to apply for this fulfilling opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.50 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Have you been fired from a previous employer
• Are you trained in HVP and RAP, if yes do you currently case manage individuals on one of these housing programs.
• Do you know of at least three community resources, please list them and what they have to offer.
• Are you a self starter, or do you need direction prior to starting a task?

Experience:

• community support: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver license (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lincoln, NE 68503 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22