Medication Assisted Treatment Care Coordinator

Westbrook Health Services, Inc.; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The MAT program at Westbrook Health Services, Inc. connects clients to substance abuse services and supports treatment planning and service delivery. The role involves assessment, planning, linkage/referral, advocacy and crisis response coordination in alignment with individual plans.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field and demonstrate strong communication, teamwork and ethical professional conduct in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Must communicate clearly and accurately with a variety of individuals.
• Must work well in a team environment.
• Professional, cooperative and ethical conduct in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Acts as MAT liaison and primary contact for consumers.
• Ensures development and review of treatment plans for each consumer.
• Advocates for and assists consumers in obtaining needed services.
• Provides supportive counseling within scope of training.
• Provides crisis assistance as needed.

Skills

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Professional demeanor

Diversity awareness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Brief Description

• Bachelor's Degree Required**

Summary

Assists clients in the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program with connection to substance abuse services as specified in the Individual Program Plan, Group Program Plan, Treatment Plan or Treatment Strategies or as an emergency requires. This may include assessment, service planning, linkage/referral, advocacy, crisis response planning, service plan evaluations, travel and reporting services.

• Bachelor's Degree Required**

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Acts as Westbrook’s primary contact with consumer(s) and as a MAT liaison.
• Ensures a treatment plan is developed for each consumer and reviewed as required.
• Advocates for and assists the consumer in obtaining needed services.
• Provides supportive counseling services within scope of training and competencies.
• Provides crisis assistance as needed.
• Creates awareness by disseminating information to communities about substance abuse.
• Conducts town hall meetings, gap analyses of existing services, and develops a strategic plan for MAT service.
• Assists with Continuous Quality Assurance and participates in Utilization Management.
• Complies with federal, state and company policies, procedures and regulations.
• Maintains confidentiality of all consumer information and comply with HIPAA regulations
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports Westbrook Health Services mission, vision, values, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards and code of ethical behavior.

Requirements

Qualification Requirements

• Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately with a variety of individuals
• Must work well in a team environment.
• Work with staff, consumers and others in a professional, cooperative, ethical, respectful and effective manner.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Must have valid driver’s license and Automobile Insurance

Education and/or Experience

Bachelors degree in Human Services discipline (Psychology, Criminal Justice, Regents with health specialization, Recreational therapy, Political Science, Nursing, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Teacher education, or Liberal Arts) or a Bachelor’s degree in another discipline with a minimum of 12 credit hours in the human services disciplines listed previously. Prior computer/PC experience using computerized Medical Records and scheduling systems is preferred, but not required. Incumbent must also possess basic math skills. Must pass Criminal Investigation Background and DHHR background check as well as post offer drug screen.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Mobility and ability to sit for long periods use a standard computer keyboard, bend, reach and lifts up to 10 pounds are required in this position.

Summary

The professionals at Westbrook Health Services believe in promoting the well-being of individuals and families struggling with a wide range of challenges. Our staff meets the needs of over 7,000 people annually. Experienced and compassionate, we empower people to achieve wellness with the guidance of our knowledgeable and experienced staff.

Westbrook Health Services provides a comprehensive, low-cost benefits package to all full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and pet insurance coverage options. Paid time-off, paid holidays, and paid training provide a healthy work life balance.

Westbrook provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made based upon an individual’s skills and qualifications without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, disability as defined in the law, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy and related conditions, genetic information, gender identity or any status or characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Westbrook also prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon the perception of those characteristics or any association with a person who is perceived to have any of those characteristics. Discrimination based on any of these factors is totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated at any time.

Qualified individuals with bona fide disabilities, as the term “disability” is defined in the law, are entitled to reasonable accommodations in the application process and in their employment. Although Westbrook is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations, the responsibility for identifying whether accommodation is needed and what constitutes a reasonable accommodation is shared jointly by the employee and Westbrook.