• Clinical Specialist III (Full-Time)

    Caz Recovery (Buffalo, NY)


    Clinical Specialist III (Full-Time)

     

    Buffalo, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=923+Sycamore+Street+Buffalo+NY+USA+14212)

     

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    Description

    General Role Description

     

    This position is responsible for coordinating services for recovery, employment, education, support groups and housing within agency Reintegration programs.

     

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

     

    + Documents individual progress in accordance with agency policy and procedure.

    + Prepares discharge summaries in accordance with agency policy and procedure.

    + Provides case management, including enhancement of adult daily living skills. Meets with residents regularly to monitor progress.

    + Makes referrals, coordinates services and maintains regular ongoing consultations with other providers, legal agencies, community organizations etc. to ensure smooth transitions and minimizes fragmentation of services

    + Helps the resident to identify and link with community agencies, resources and supports.

    + Coordinates educational and/or vocational skill development.

    + Organizes and maintains case records.

    + Assists with the admission process and orientation of new residents as needed.

    + Ensures the safety of all residents during assigned hours.

    + Develops comprehensive evaluation, service plans, and continuing stay reviews.

    + Formulates substance use disorder diagnostic impressions.

    + Utilizes the LOCADTR to determine level of care.

    + Provides individual and group counseling.

    + Provides family orientation and support.

    + Responds to all immediate social or housekeeping issues as they arise.

    + Provides breathalyzer and toxicology screening as needed.

    + Responds to any crises and emergencies.

    + Completes data input into the agency database.

    + Responds in a professional and responsible manner to incidents involving contagious diseases (i.e., HIV, Hepatitis B, TB etc.).

    + Assists with the program’s medication self-administration policies and procedures.

    + Assists with transportation as needed.

    + Facilitates the resident government’s program guidelines.

    + Provides resident education.

    + Serves on agency committees as requested.

    + Carries out additional duties essential to the above-stated responsibilities as assigned.

    + Is mindful of and integrates Trauma-Informed Care and its five principles in all duties and interactions with fellow staff, residents, and external partners.

    + Maintains compliance with all required rules and regulations including Federal Confidentiality (42 CFR, Part 2), HIPAA, Medicaid and/or HUD, and any others.

    + Regular attendance at work location.

    + Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    + Please note all of the above essential duties and responsibilities will include regular supervision.

    Available Shifts:

    -Monday 4p-12a, Tues-Fri 3p-11p

     

    -Sun, Tues, Wed, Thurs 4p-12a & Mon 2p-10p

     

    -Sun, Mon, Tues 8a-4p, Wed, Thurs 11a-7p

    Requirements

    + Minimum of HS Diploma or GED

    + CASAC or other QHP status certification

    + At least one year of experience in the substance use, mental health, or human services field; and

    + Must possess a valid New York State Driver’s license and reliable automobile.

    Salary Description

    $22.50/Hour