Care Coordinator - Family-Based Intensive Treatment

Brien Center for Mental Health

Care Coordinator - Family-Based Intensive Treatment

Pittsfield, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Weekdays, 1st Shift!

    ** Essential Job Functions:**

    • ****Adheres to all applicable state and federal regulations; ensures compliance with the organization’s policies and procedures, code of conduct, and all applicable regulatory requirements
    • Provides in home support to youth and families and implements elements of the treatment plan.
    • Assesses safety needs, participates in development of safety plans and monitors safety on an ongoing basis.
    • Assists FIT Clinician with monitoring of progress toward treatment plan goals and objectives.
    • Provides coaching and support in decision making to the youth/family.
    • Supports identification of community resources and natural supports.
    • Coordinates and communicates with all collaterals.
    • Supports youth attendance at school and other community based activities as clinically indicated.
    • Maintains contact with the family 3-5 times per week.
    • Offers and delivers services in the home, community, schools, day care, foster homes, and other community settings.
    • Completes all required documentation in accordance with agency policy and performance specifications.

    ** Qualifications, Experience and Education:**

    • Minimum education and experience requirements:
      • Interns enrolled in a master’s degree program in the human services field

    OR

    • Bachelor’s degree in the human services field from an accredited university and one year experience providing family members with therapeutic support for behavioral health needs.
    • Strong knowledge of computers
    • Basic knowledge of community resources.
    • Excellent oral and presentation skills.
    • Ability to delegate effectively.
    • Ability to respond to program scheduling needs on a flexible basis.
    • Valid Driver’s License and use of personally insured vehicle for agency business.
    • Ability to work mandatory on call rotation.