Care Coordinator

Glenwood, Inc.Birmingham, AlabamaOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 1 hour ago

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About this role

Glenwood is a private nonprofit organization with a continuum of care for children and adults with autism spectrum disorders and children with behavioral health disorders. We are seeking a Care Coordinator to support the children and adults in our Dually Diagnosed Program. The dually diagnosed program is comprehensive and tailored for individuals confronting the unique challenges of a dual diagnosis of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) alongside mental health conditions (MI).

Essential Functions:

- Comply with the Code of Ethics and demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all clients, families, visitors

- Provide therapy/case management services to assigned caseloads to include: individual, group, and family therapy, crisis intervention, attending face-to-face assessments, ISP meetings, support team meetings, Court Hearings, etc. as indicated or assigned

- Coordinate home visits and individuals’ needs with legal guardians

- Manage the clinical record according to standards and agency protocols

- Coordinate treatment planning for assigned cases

- Accept and process referrals; arrange preadmission and conduct intake and discharge planning

- Participate in psychiatric-led treatment team meetings

- Ensure administrative and client-related paperwork is completed timely such as clinical records, administrative paperwork, UMUR clinical reviews

- Fulfill professional development requirements and follow guidelines for ethical and professional behavior

- Work collaboratively with other clinicians within the division and agency covering cases when able, and providing co-therapy when appropriate

- Provide training on Clinical matters to staff and interns as assigned or accepted

- Participate in monthly mandatory house/program and divisional meetings

- Share on-call responsibilities with other qualified mental health professionals.

- Provide direct care, staff support, and supervision as needed

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities:

- Clinical skills in the assessment individual, group and family therapy

- Strong interpersonal, communication skills

- Ability to work effectively with a diverse population

- Relates well with referral agents

- Excellent administrative skills

- Excellent written and oral communication skills, use of computer systems

- Organizational skills, attention to detail (Interpersonal, time management and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well within teams are essential)

Education and Licensure:

- Master’s degree in social work or other related fields

- ALC, LPC or LGSW, LCSW

Minimum Experience:

- 3 years’ experience preferred in clinical, mental health setting, licensed or license eligible