Supports Coordinator Assistant

WEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEM; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Michigan Community Mental Health System seeks a Supports Coordinator Assistant in Ludington, MI to deliver coordination services for individuals with mental illness and related conditions under supervision, using person-centered planning and community linkages.

You will work with CMH and community agencies, monitor outcomes and satisfaction, and advocate for consumers as part of a care-management team across Lake, Mason and Oceana counties; a valid driver’s license and First Aid/CPR are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; similar experience acceptable.
• SUD certifications or eligible to obtain: CAADC, ACADC, or MCBBAP credential.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to multiple counties.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supports coordination services under supervision.
• Collaborate on service planning using person-centered planning.
• Link and coordinate to CMH and community services and agencies.
• Monitor service effectiveness and consumer satisfaction; advocate for consumers.

Skills

Computer literacy

Telephone skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

The Supports Coordinator Assistant is responsible for providing supports coordination services to individuals with mental illness, co-occurring substance use disorders, children with serious emotional disturbance and/or all persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities under the supervision of the population team leader or coordinator. These services may be one or more of the following: collaborating on service planning utilizing person centered planning principles, linking and coordinating to CMH and community services and community agencies, monitoring for service effectiveness, consumer satisfaction and serving as a consumer advocate and coordination with the Medicaid Health Plan or other health care providers. Consumers may require long-term support and intervention to maintain or improve functioning and have compromising physical or interfering behavioral conditions

Position Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma and equivalent experience (i.e., possesses knowledge, skills, and abilities similar to supports coordinator qualifications) and functions under the supervision the equivalent of a Supports Coordinator or higher designation per the Medicaid guidelines.
• In addition, to provide SUD specific services, the individual must have or be eligible to obtain certification for one of the following: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, or a Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional – Diplomate through the Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) or enter into a developmental plan to obtain such certification following the requirements of MCBAP.
• Psychiatric medication knowledge and/or experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and provide own transportation to and from meetings and activities at varying work locations including all agency locations in Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties.
• Must be certified in First Aid and CPR.
• Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders are valued.
• The Supports Coordinator Assistant must be able to use a computer and telephone in response to the provision of service.
• The Supports Coordinator Assistant works within a team of care managers, health services team, clinical service aids and peers designed to meet the needs of the person served.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Pay Range $21.42 - $27.07

Position Supports Coordinator Assistant

Location Ludington

This position is currently accepting applications.