CARE COORDINATOR (On-Site #00034) Co Springs.

Job DetailsJob Location

• Colorado
• Springs,
• CO 80906Salary
• Range: $20.25 - $20.25 HourlyAre you seeking personal and professional fulfillment? At Crossroads Turning Points, our employees have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people facing substance misuse and mental health challenges build a healthy lifestyle for their long-term recovery. Our dedicated team provides personalized care to create an environment that fosters healing for everyone who walks through our doors. We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to serve as the Care Coordinator for our unit. This position provides care coordination for the patients in the program. All applicants must undergo pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana, as well as background checks.
• Essential
• DUTIES
• AND
• RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Responsible for the development of care planning and patient needs assessments. Facilitates life skills groups by CTP policies and procedures. Acts as liaison, establishing networks and collaboration with hospitals, community health centers, and state and human service agencies about patient services and needs. Document admissions, care management needs, discharge, and discharge planning. Administer case management assessments to identify patient needs and ensure the Addiction Severity Index (ASI) is completed at intake. Organize a schedule of patient bed dates, transitioning levels of care, and consistent communication with the Medicaid Placement Coordinators. Assists treatment team with patient intake, transfer, and discharge assessments. Collaborating with the facility treatment team (medical, psychiatric, and SUD) to identify patients’ needs. Using available resources, assist patients in meeting their basic needs (e.g., clothing, medical, judicial, religious, etc.).
• QualificationsEDUCATION and
• EXPERIENCE: An associate or bachelor's degree (human services or related field) is preferred. The ability to obtain a Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) certification within 18 months.
• OTHER: Must have a good understanding of substance misuse, mental health, and treatment delivery systems. Advanced computer skills are required. CPR and first-aid certification (initial training and renewals paid for by agency). The employee must be able to take vital signs, recognize potential medical issues, and refer patients to the medical staff when necessary. Valid driver's license and good driving record. Able to communicate effectively in a multidimensional treatment program.
• Physical
• DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.