Care Coordinator (51813)

WestCare Inc; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 24,582 - 35,012; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Inc is looking for a dedicated consumer advocate to coordinate services for clients in Miami. This full-time position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least two years of experience in case management.

The successful candidate will administer assessments, develop service plans, and provide education about prevention and support resources. Strong communication skills and the ability to travel within Miami-Dade and Broward counties are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited bachelor's program in a relevant field.
• Two years of supervised experience in case management services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary consumer advocate for the assigned program.
• Document services according to licensing and agency policies.
• Conduct monthly Service Plan reviews with consumers and families.
• Provide education on safer sex practices and substance use prevention.

Skills

Assessments administration

Service Plan development

Case management

Effective communication

Understanding HIV/VH/STD risks

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Miami - 5200 Blue Lagoon Drive - Miami, FL 33126 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $21.63 - $21.63 Hourly Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Position Summary

The person in this position will be responsible to act as the primary consumer advocate for the program assigned. The person in this position keeps abreast of progress, and coordinates all services delivered to the consumer and family internally and through external referral.

Essential Job Functions

• Administer assessments as needed
• Develop Service Plans in collaboration with the consumer and family and Conduct monthly Service Plan reviews
• Document all clinical services and activities in accord with licensing, Medicaid, and Joint Commission standards and agency policy and procedure
• Conduct individual case management sessions
• Provide vocational education and skills building to the consumer as needed
• Perform activities on behalf of the consumer and family, including attendance at external appointments (e.g., court appearances, school staffing, housing assistance etc.), as needed
• Provide referral and linkage for the consumer and family, as needed
• Coordinate consumer and family care with the treatment team and with external providers
• Arrange transportation for consumers, as necessary
• Conducts HIV/VH test using OraSure or OraQuick and conduct pre/post counseling.
• Provides education about safer sex practices and substance use prevention.
• The ability to identify and evaluate an individual’s strengths, barriers, problems, and needs for the development of a Service Plan and the ability to evaluate the impact of substance use, mental health problems and HIV/VH/STD’s on the client’s functioning in major life areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults (18+) to motivate them to change high-risk behaviors and/or to utilize available resources.
• Understanding of high risk behaviors related to HIV/VH/STD infection.
• The ability to identify the needs of a client and family that cannot be met by the agency and to assist the client/family to utilize the support systems and community resources.
• Must have the ability to travel in both Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

Essential Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited bachelors program with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or related field is required
• Experience and Competencies: Two years of previously supervised work experience in providing case management services is preferred