DFS Liaison / Case Manager

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc.; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical, dental, and vision coverage

34 paid days off annually

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with a company match

Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A community counseling organization in Wilmington, DE seeks a DFS Liaison / Case Manager. The role involves preventing substance misuse, promoting child safety, and providing educational services. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, relevant experience, and certification in substance abuse counseling. Competitive compensation and benefits include group medical coverage and generous paid days off.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in the Substance Abuse Field and/or Mental Health Field.
• Valid driver’s license with 2 points or less.
• Own vehicle for transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support families to prevent drug misuse.
• Promote child safety by identifying substance use.
• Transport clients to appointments.
• Provide liaison and educational services to DFS.
• Participate in weekly case meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of screening tools and therapy principles

Considerable knowledge of the population served

Ability to screen clients for appropriate services

Crisis intervention skills

Skill in establishing rapport with clients

Ability to work independently

Effective oral communication

Effective written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Certification within 18 months

Job description

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Who Are We

Since 1985 Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. (BCCS) has been a trusted provider of outstanding substance abuse and behavioral health treatment. BCCS is a community organization that prides itself on helping members of our community recover with dignity. We enhance the quality of life by creatively providing Education, Advocacy, Prevention, Early Intervention and Treatment Services. We promote hope and empowerment to persons and families touched by mental illness, substance abuse, HIV and multiple diagnoses, and their related challenges.

What You'll Do At BCCS

• Support families to prevent the use and misuse of drugs and the development of substance use disorders.
• Promote child safety by identifying substance use and misuse in families and connecting families to interventions or treatment programs.
• Reduce the risk of future harm to children by addressing substance use needs in families.
• Transport clients to appointments in the community and at BCCS appointments.
• Provide liaison, support and educational services to DFS staff.
• Participate in case presentation at weekly meetings.
• Participate in client screening process prior to case management.
• Provide outreach activities to the community.
• Administer various screening tools to potential clients and explain the nature of the program and the applicable rules.
• Assist clients in obtaining admission, entitlements, and related benefits.
• Work primarily in community settings and perform work outside an office setting up to 100% of the time.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of screening tools and therapy principles.
• Considerable knowledge of the population served and available resources.
• Ability to screen clients for appropriate services and document progress.
• May require crisis intervention for emergency situations.
• Skill in establishing rapport with clients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certification: Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC), Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), Certified Associate Addiction Counselor (CAAD), Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS), or Certified Family Support Peer (CFSP). Certification must be achieved within 18 months of hire. Five years of experience in the Substance Abuse Field may be considered in lieu of certification.
• 1 year experience in the Substance Abuse Field and/or Mental Health Field.
• Valid driver’s license with 2 points or less.
• Own vehicle for transportation.

Compensation

• From $20/hour
• Commensurate with experience and education.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• May require time outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends.

Location

Churchman Corporate Center: 92 Christiana Road, New Castle, DE, 19720.

The position involves working in the community and at DFS office(s) within the county, and may include travel to other DFS sites for additional coverage.

The Compensation Package

• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs.
• 34 paid days off annually.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%.
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Opportunity for advancement.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time