Youth CCS/CLTS Care Coordinator

Professional Services Group is hiring for the Care Coordinator with our Dual Care Coordination program in Milwaukee County!

Are you looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the social services/mental health field? Join the PSG team! We are a social services organization dedicated to helping families reach their full potential through innovative programming tailored to diverse communities.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Youth Dual Care Coordination program supports children and their families in Milwaukee County who are facing challenges with severe mental health and/or substance use disorders, with co-occurring developmental and/or physical disability needs. Our programming follows the wraparound model of service delivery to identify needed services and develop multi-disciplinary treatment plans that address both the strengths and needs of the family.

As the Care Coordinator, you will manage a caseload of youth who are dually enrolled in Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) and Children's Long-Term Support (CLTS) programs. You will coordinate in-home and community-based services to support the families' individualized needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CARE COORDINATOR:

- Provide case management services to a caseload of 12-13 clients.

- Interview and evaluate clients and families during the intake and assessment process to analyze client and family needs and strengths.

- Create and implement goal-oriented and strengths-based treatment plans.

- Facilitate team meetings with the client, family, and direct service providers to support and monitor progress of goals and services.

- Develop a crisis/safety plan for the client and family.

- Develop a family support team comprised of formal and informal supports.

- Work in collaboration with other providers, school personnel, mental health professionals, Child and Family Services workers, and court officials.

- Exercise judgement to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.

- Safely transport clients as needed.

LOCATION: West Allis, WI. Local travel is required to meet with clients within their home and other community spaces throughout Milwaukee County and surrounding areas, with mileage reimbursement.

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, with occasional evenings to accommodate families' schedules.

PAY RATE: Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree: $24.00-26.00 per hour

Candidates with a Master's Degree: $27.00-30.00 per hour

WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?

- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!

- Mileage Reimbursement

- Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve but also our staff

- Opportunities for advancement and professional development

- Competitive benefits package, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short-term disability; 401k and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

One of our medical insurance plan options with employee-only coverage is offered with no monthly premium!

REQUIREMENTS:

- At minimum, a Bachelor's degree in sociology, social work, psychology, or closely related is required.

- Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status