Case Manager- Supportive Housing

POSITION SUMMARY  The Case Manager provides direct services to an assigned caseload of families. Case Managers assist families in accessing needed supports and resources in the community, facilitates ongoing communication and advocacy between the family, DCF, probation and any other involved service providers.   Rate: $22   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS BA/BS degree in related field is required. Previous experience working with adults with mental health and/or co-occurring substance use disorders is preferred.   LOCATION Based out of Bristol, CT- driving is involved   SCHEDULE Full time   EMPLOYEE BENEFITS At Wheeler, we're committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Here's how we invest in you:   Nurture Your Health: Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health Secure Your Future: Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance 403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company Fuel Your Career Growth: Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program Access training and development opportunities Receive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedication Maintain Work-Life Harmony: Recharge with generous paid time off, including: 15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge 8 sick days per year for your well-being 8 sick days per year for your well-being 2 personal days per year for your personal needs 2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you 9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides coordination for referrals as well as establishes and maintains referral agreements and linkages with community referral sources or ancillary service provider. Provides group and/or individual counseling to clients with appropriate supervision and coordinates treatment phases both internally and with contracted or external service providers. Provides direct case management services and develops case management plans specific to each assigned client and family, including interventions necessary to increase the probability of treatment completion, and to improve life functioning. Maintains records of case management activities for reporting and tracking purposes and completes all documentation for client medical record in accordance with documentation timelines and in compliance with Medicaid, licensing and other. Attends team meetings, staff meetings or rounds to assist in coordinating case management and review of treatment plans. Supports daily program specific operational functions as required. May transport clients to appointments or linkages as appropriate. Provides service in the office and/or community settings outside of the office (e.g., homes, schools, hospitals, institutions, other community locations) as defined by the program. Administers standardized screening tools and collects data as defined by program. Provides/supports safety planning and crisis intervention with appropriate supervision and as defined by program.  This may include after hours on-call responsibilities. Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.