Description
Veterans Community -CERS
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
The Case Manager I is responsible for the engagement, assessment, support and coordination of care for individuals who have experienced homelessness. The role involves interacting with individuals who are experiencing homelessness, Serious Mental Illness, Substance Use Disorder, and other related conditions.
FRINGE BENEFIT OF $5.55 PER HOUR FOR THIS POSITION
This is a Federally contracted position; the chosen applicant will receive an additional $5.55 per hour in benefits and/or hourly cash equivalent.
Employee Benefits
Competitive Salary, Employer Subsidized Health Insurance for Employee and Family, Employer Matching 401 (k) plan (after 1 year), Employer Subsidized Dental Plan and Vision Plan, Paid life insurance, Employer Paid Training, 136 Hours Paid Time Off (PTO) Per Year.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Complete the intake process with new clients.
2. Deliver services in alignment with the client’s recovery plan to assist and support clients in reaching identified goals.
3. Update the recovery plan in collaboration with a Case Manager II as services are completed.
4. Complete the Colombia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) and coordinates with a Case Manager II or above to address moderate and high need risk plans.
5. Connect clients to mainstream services and other service organizations as needed.
6. Provide case management and life skills individual sessions.
7. Co-facilitate life skills groups with a Case Manager II or above.
8. Facilitate Adult Recovery Team (ART) meetings when needed with guidance from a Case Manager II or above.
9. Document services and information within the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
10. Maintain all client files in a confidential manner and in compliance with HIPAA standards.
11. Monitor clients’ compliance with program guidelines and provide appropriate guidance to those clients who are out of compliance.
12. Work closely with OPCS team, collaborators and other members of a client’s support team, including Home Health Care agencies, parole and probation offices.
13. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
1. Must have an Associate, Bachelors or Masters.
2. Possess and maintain valid CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to complete training and pass certification.
3. Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, email)
4. Willingness to learn and practice evidence-based practices, such as De-escalation (CPI Model), Motivational Interviewing, Housing First and Harm Reduction.
5. Self-starter committed to a team approach, responsible, dependable, ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and work flexible hours.
6. Valid Arizona driver’s license, proof of auto insurance and reliable transportation.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. One year of experience working with the unsheltered population.
2. Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR).
3. Bilingual
Employment References, background check is conducted pre-employment.
Pay Rate: $18.88 - $23.10 - $27.32
In accordance with pay transparency, the salary reflected in this posting is the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Salary placement is typically between the minimum and mid-point of the salary range
Skills Required
- Associate, bachelor's, or master's degree
- Valid CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to complete training and pass certification
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
- Willingness to learn and practice evidence-based approaches including de-escalation, Motivational Interviewing, Housing First, and Harm Reduction
- Self-starter with teamwork, dependability, prioritization, deadline management, and flexible-hours availability
- Valid Arizona driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- One year of experience working with the unsheltered population
- Experience using an Electronic Health Record
- Bilingual ability
What We Do
Old Pueblo Community Services (OPCS) is a Tucson-based nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness in Pima County since 1996. Utilizing an evidence-based Housing First approach, OPCS provides immediate access to stable and secure housing followed by supportive services. They serve individuals struggling with homelessness, substance abuse, PTSD, brain trauma injury, and mental illness through comprehensive housing, counseling, and support services.
