Care Coordinator - Children - Sulphur, OK

A Lighthouse is needed to help guide the way; to emit a light that helps navigate turbulent times and warn against the possible dangers ahead. Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers is just such a place, guided by its core values of hope, dedication and community.

As a Care Coordinator you will empower, uplift and help others heal from the many forms of mental illness, trauma or addiction. Those who have recently experienced crisis and/or hospitalization, may need additional guidance as they maneuver multiple systems, engagement with new treatment team members and adjust to changes outside of the clinical setting.

To meet the increasing needs of our communities it is imperative that all team members understand and successfully reach and maintain the expected performance standard levels. In order to achieve total and sustainable success each person must to do their part. Lighthouse will do its part in providing any and all necessary tools and training required to help team members be successful.

DEFINITION:

Under immediate to general supervision, provides targeted support services, including case management, rehabilitation and wellness services, a system of care that is child centered with the needs of the child and family dictating the types and mix of services provided and to assist in seamless engagement into outpatient services and aftercare to prevent further out-of-home or out-of-school placement. To be effective, the Care Coordinator may work with the identified consumer and family in their homes, schools and communities, incorporating the family and other social supports in treatment and be focused on the strengths as well as the consumers preferences and culture. This position is supervised by the respective Director of Outpatient Services.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor or Master Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Criminal Justice or similar behavioral health field approved by ODMHSAS; or
• A current license as a registered nurse in Oklahoma with behavioral health experience; or
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any field with 6 months of behavioral health experience; or
• 60 college credit hours in any field and 12 months of behavioral health experience; or
• A high school diploma or equivalent and a total of 36 months of direct, documented experience working with persons who live with mental illness and/or substance use issues.
• Applicants must be able to provide documented proof from previous employers to justify behavioral health experience.
• One year of work experience with juveniles in the mental health or social service field preferred.
• Behavioral Health Case Management Certification and Behavioral Health Wellness Coach Certification is required within the first three months of employment and must be kept current annually.
• Current certification as a Behavioral Health Case Manager Il as described in ODMHSAS Standards ad Criteria for Certified Behavioral Health Case Managers 450:50-3-1; and
• Current certification as a Behavioral Health Wellness Coach as described in ODMHSAS Standards ad Criteria for Certified Behavioral Health Case Managers 450:50-5-145.
• An expectation of core competencies in relation to children and families, as well as individuals with co-occurring disorders, trauma informed care and collaborative care.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of social work and/or psychology; and of current social and economic problems, principles of family economics and budgeting, human relations, community, state and national health and welfare resources, social assistance requirements, and psychological terminology.
• Knowledge of transitional and/or aftercare needed after a crisis or hospitalization and the unique situations that may arise as consumers attempt to engage in outpatient services.
• Ability to evaluate situations and adopt an effective course of action, to delegate responsibilities, organize and present facts effectively.
• Knowledge of the elements of personal wellness and how to collaborate with others to identify their personal strengths and goals within the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.
• Able to establish working relationships within an integrated team to coordinate and facilitate care by assessing consumer needs, evaluating treatment options, creating care plans, coordinating care with internal and external providers, and monitoring progress.
• Ability to work effectively and courteously with children and families from various cultures and backgrounds, and to exercise good clinical judgment.
• Specialized training and/or certification in mental health services or related field as may be required in order to provide adjunctive services, ie. Systems of Care, Wraparound training

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is responsible and held accountable for the following duties:

• Provide varying types of individualized case management, rehabilitative and wellness services in various settings to individuals, families and groups to promote emotional or psychological change to alleviate mental disorders and facilitate recovery and encourages engagement in the treatment setting.
• Schedule, coordinate and facilitate wraparound family team meetings and ensure that formal and informal supports are included and part of the team.
• Complete Strengths Needs Cultural Diversity (SNCD) Assessments, Care Plans, Functional Assessments, Crisis Plans and Safety Plans.
• Completes OKSOC Assessments and other specified documentation as assigned.
• Enters data into the YIS system according to ODMHSAS requirements and timelines.
• Provide crisis management and stabilization as assigned.
• Monitors and evaluates the needs and abilities of the consumer and assists them to function more adequately through use of their own strengths and through use of community resources. Will recognize that the individual client and family has different barriers to social, economic and educational opportunities and has varied levels of need to overcome those barriers.
• Assists clients to adjust and adapt themselves to their environment, care and treatment.
• Identifies barriers to treatment and assists consumer in problem solving and engaging in outpatient care to prevent regression and re-hospitalization.
• Completes all agency documentation of services in a thorough, accurate and timely manner.
• Serves as a role model for wellness behaviors.
• Applies the principles and processes of coaching when collaborating with others.
• Provide referrals to community resources for housing, employment, medical, nutrition education, weight management, Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline, and other community or wellness-related services and resources.
• Develop cooperative working relationships within the local community to enhance consumer access to resources that support the individualized Care Plan goals.
• Employee must be willing and able to perform all job related travel normally associated with this position.
• Must meet agency standards of productivity and fiscal responsibility.
• Prepares for and actively participates in huddles, Care Planning and staff meetings.
• Must meet "satisfactory" expectations at any scheduled job performance evaluation, coaching and/or Performance Improvement Plans.
• Assessment and appraisal of quality of work will be evaluated through training, skill, chart review or special purpose.
• Must complete Lighthouse required training and resulting follow up and consultation as required at hire, annually and as directed by Supervisor.
• Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or other management as requested.
• Must perform the specific job duties as listed above to meet position expectations.

In addition, must possess skill in working cooperatively and effectively with clients, staff, management and other professional and community groups; in exercising mature judgment in dealing with people; in presenting ideas clearly and accurately; in reading and comprehending the English language; and in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

Benefits:

Benefits include: 100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, life, and vision insurance; generous paid leave including PTO, sick, and agency holidays, employer matching 401K plan, and paid continuing education.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Job Type:

• Full-time

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

•  Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)