Clinical Care Coordinator

UNITED COUNSELING SERVICE OF BENNINGTON COUNTY INC; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Employer paid disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

United Counseling Service of Bennington County Inc. in Bennington, Vermont seeks a Clinical Care Coordinator to support chronically mentally ill adults in the community under Outpatient Division guidance.

The role involves coordinating services, outreach, and ensuring access to health and social supports. You will travel to clients in the community, assist with income support and transportation, and participate in ongoing professional development, including clinical supervision for licensure and

Qualifications

• High school diploma and training in Motivational Interviewing and Collaborative Network Approach modalities.
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Services field or equivalent experience (4+ years).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Computer skills: typing and email usage.

Responsibilities

• Provides Clinical Care Coordination, supportive counseling and skill building for assigned clients in the community.
• May be assigned to provide Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services, or within related SUD grants.
• Provides outreach services to all in the community who are in need of services and helps with transportation as needed.
• Completes clinical and administrative forms for billing, information and records; maintains confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Collaborative Network Approach

People skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Psychology or related

High school diploma

Tools

Driver’s License

Job description

Clinical Care Coordinator

United Counseling Service of Bennington County Inc Bennington, Vermont, United States

About this position

Description:Why join UCS?Since 1958, United Counseling Service (UCS) has been dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals and families in our community. Through a wide range of programs, services, and educational opportunities, we strive to meet the diverse needs of those we serve. Our team includes professionals from various fields, including administration, clinical services, nursing, education, case management, psychiatry, and direct support, working across 17 facilities throughout Bennington County. As a proud affiliate of Vermont Care Partners —a statewide network of 16 non-profit community-based agencies—we deliver comprehensive mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental services across Vermont. We are currently seeking compassionate, motivated team players to join us in making a positive impact and building a stronger community.

UCS Offers Generous Benefits

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Employer paid life insurance

Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Free clinical supervision towards licensure

Loan repayment and tuition assistance program

Award winning worksite wellness program

An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.

Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

Under the direction of the Outpatient Director, implements, supports and helps coordinate the services for chronically mentally ill adults living in the community in conjunction with their individual treatment plans.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

CONSUMER SUPPORT: Provides Clinical Care Coordination, supportive counseling and skill building for assigned clients. This is a community-based position, which means that you will be meeting the client in the community rather than having the client meet with you in an office. Supports and coordinates services for clients. This position may have clients in other areas of Bennington county and will need to travel to the client. Provides assistance in getting income support and entitlement. Helps to foster peer supports. Facilitates growth of community and family support. Facilitates assistance to meet necessary mental and physical health needs. Participates in all aspects of the Outpatient Division.

May be assigned to provide Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services, or within related SUD grants. The incumbent will show competency in screening, assessment, engagement, treatment planning, collaboration, referral, motivational interviewing, HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and other evidence-based counseling and professional ethics theories, in order to provide effective care.

CONSUMER IDENTIFICATION AND OUTREACH: Provides outreach services to all in the community who are in need of our services. Develops systems to provide services to area clients. Ensures protection and advocacy of client’s rights whenever possible. Provides clients with referral information and assists with transportation as needed. The Clinical Care Coordinator would facilitate a non-client’s ability to access our intake process.

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND RECORD KEEPING: Completes various clinical and administrative forms for billing, information and clinical records. Completes all case management documentation within 24 hours and finalized within 3 business days and in a professional manner. Attends all staff meetings, agency meetings, in-services, and clinical trainings as instructed by supervisor. Maintains confidentiality on all cases at all times. Follows goals of the program and policies of United Counseling Service.

COMMUNICATION: Ensures that all persons involved with provision of services and support to the client receive appropriate communication about the care and planning related to the client.

* In addition, performs other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum qualifications of a high school diploma and training in Motional Interviewing and Collaborative Network Approach modalities. Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Services field or equivalent or experience of 4 plus years.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Computer Skills: Typing and navigating, Email usage

Requirements:

Salary Information

$22.42 - $25.22Hourly Wage