Clinical Liaison at Volunteers of America Mid-States Somerset, KY

Overview

Clinical Liaison position at Volunteers of America Mid-States in Somerset, KY. The role reports to the Program Manager
- Family Connections and is full time, salaried, exempt within Addiction Recovery Services.

• Position Title
  :
  Clinical Liaison
• Location
  :
  Somerset, KY
• Status
  :
  Full Time, Salaried, Exempt
• Program
  :
  Addiction Recovery Services
• Reports To
  :
  Program Manager
  - Family Connections

Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a nonprofit organization serving four states, providing housing, care and support for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. VOA aims to build thriving communities through service and collaboration. VOA offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements.

Volunteers of America Mid-States offers a robust benefits package to support a healthy work-life balance, including:

• Health and Wellness
  • Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
  • Health and Wellness Program
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Spending Account
  • Short Term Disability
  • Met Life Legal Plans
• Financial Wellbeing
  • Competitive Compensation Packages
  • Life Insurance (company paid)
  • 403b retirement plan with company fund matching
  • Employee discounts
  • Loan forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Corp & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
  • All company paid benefits and paid time off effective day one
• Work Culture
  • Commitment Committee
  • Justice Committee
  • Integrity Committee
  • Compassion Committee
  • DEI Committee
  • Retention Committee
• Training & Development
  • VOA LEAD Program – Leadership Development Program
  • VOA University – Staff Development
  • VOA Academy – Clinical Training and Development

The Clinical Liaison will be responsible for assessment, coordination of services, and ongoing collaboration for families served by the Department of Community Based Services (DCBS) affected by substance use disorder. In collaboration with DCBS, the Clinical Liaison will participate as a key part of the interdisciplinary team and act as a consultant to DCBS in cases featuring parental addiction. The role includes providing assessments and recommendations for care, linking to treatment, participating in prevention planning, attending court appearances, family team meetings, and coordinating case management with treatment providers and DCBS workers/supervisors.

Daily operations and crisis intervention support may be required, with some on-call and after-hour requirements.

The position requires a minimum of a Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field and the accompanying certification (CSW, MFT, LCPA), with preference given to an LCSW, LPCC, and/or CADC with an addiction focus. A two-year experience working with individuals affected by behavioral health and substance use issues is required. Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree with a TCADC will be considered.

The role requires demonstrated ability to provide clinical services, along with communications, social casework, and familiarity with KY Medicaid billing. Knowledge and experience in cognitive behavioral therapies, motivational interviewing, and twelve-step facilitation skills are preferred, as well as the ability to work with mental illness, addiction, and related health issues. The candidate should be able to train and supervise Social Work Interns and apply agency policies and procedures.