Care Coordinator ( Float; Crisis Stabilization Unit - Ardmore, OK

A Lighthouse is needed to help guide the way; to emit a light that helps navigate turbulent times and warn against the possible dangers ahead. Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers is just such a place, guided by its core values of hope, dedication and community.

As a Care Coordinator you will empower, uplift and help others heal from the many forms of mental illness, trauma or addiction by advocating and linking consumers to services after a crisis or hospitalization.

To meet the increasing needs of our communities it is imperative that all team members understand and successfully reach and maintain the expected performance standard levels. In order to achieve total and sustainable success each person must do their part. Lighthouse will do its part in providing any and all necessary tools and training required to help team members be successful.

DEFINITION:

Under immediate to general supervision, provides case management, rehabilitation and wellness services to individuals and groups in various settings. This position is supervised by the Lead Care Coordinator, Operations Manager, or Director of Crisis Services.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor or Master Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Criminal Justice or similar field approved by ODMHSAS; orA current license as a registered nurse in Oklahoma; orA Bachelor's or Master's degree in any field and proof of active progression toward obtaining a clinical licensure Master's or Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited college or university recognized by the USDE.Behavioral Health Case Management Certification is required within the first three months of employment and must be kept current annually.

Current certification as a Behavioral Health Case Manager II as described in ODMHSAS Standards ad Criteria for Certified Behavioral Health Case Managers 450:50-3-1; andAn expectation of core competencies in relation to individuals with co-occurring disorders, trauma informed care and collaborative care.

KNOWLEDGE AND

SKILLS:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of social work and/or psychology; and of current social and economic problems, principles of family economics and budgeting, human relations,community, state and national health and welfare resources, social assistance requirements, and psychological terminology.

Knowledge of the elements of personal wellness and how to collaborate with others to identify their personal strengths and goals within the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.

Able to work within an integrated team (inpatient and outpatient) to facilitate care by assessing consumer needs, evaluating treatment options, creating care plans, addressing treatment barriers, coordinating care with internal and external providers, and monitoring progress.

Willingness to provide services within the community or consumer homes in order to promote engagement in the outpatient setting and assist in stabilization after a crisis or hospitalization.

Ability to work effectively and courteously with people from various cultures and backgrounds, and to exercise good clinical judgment.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is responsible and held accountable for the following duties:

Provide varying types of individualized case management, rehabilitative and wellness services in various settings to individuals, families and groups to promote emotional or psychological change to alleviate mental disorders and facilitate recovery.

Provide crisis management and stabilization as assigned.

Monitors and evaluates the needs and abilities of the consumer and assists them to function more adequately through use of their own strengths and through use of community resources.

Completes all agency documentation of services in a thorough, accurate and timely manner. Assists clients to adjust and adapt themselves to their environment, care and treatment.

Serves as a role model for wellness behaviors.

Provide referrals to community resources for housing, employment, medical, nutrition education, weight management, tobacco cessation, and other community or wellness-related services and resources.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job requirement.

Employee must be willing and able to perform all job related travel normally associated with this position.

Must meet agency standards of productivity and fiscal responsibility.

Prepares for and actively participates in huddles, Care Planning and staff meetings.

Must meet “satisfactory” expectations at any scheduled job…