Care Coordinator at New Horizons of the Treasure Coast Inc.

Okeechobee, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Care Coordination, Mental Health, Addiction Recovery, Crisis Intervention, Service Coordination, Community Support, Decision-Making, Self-Management, Recovery, Wellness, Transition Planning, Utilization Review, Collaboration, Coaching, Engagement, Diversion Strategies

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Description New Horizons is the largest mental health and addiction recovery provider on the Treasure Coast (and beyond), serving 15,000 children and adults annually through inpatient crisis services, 24-hour help line and mobile response team, and outpatient programs conveniently located across Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie counties. In addition, New Horizons supports 22,000 students in local schools, and we collaborate closely with the courts, law enforcement, jails, and hospitals to enhance the health of individuals and improve the quality of life in our community. New Horizons is a nonprofit agency seeking a caring and compassionate Care Coordinator who is eager to teach, wants meaningful work that offers growth opportunities, and believes that their efforts can make a difference in the lives of the people we serve. Now under new management, New Horizons offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and comprehensive training. Health Insurance (covers mental health) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Disability Insurance (STD; LTD) Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave Paid Training Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Retirement plan (403b) As a Care Coordinator, your responsibilities will include: Provides time-limited care coordination for 12-15 identified individuals using a combination of internal utilization reviews and SEFBHN high-utilizer recommendations. Responsible for the coordination of services until the individual is adequately connected to the care that meets their needs, and progress towards the goals of Care Coordination is achieved. Ensures individuals are engaged in their current setting (e.g., crisis stabilization unit (CSU), SMHTF, homeless shelter, detoxification unit, addiction treatment facility, etc.) to facilitate a smooth transition. Ensures that an internal process is in place to provide on-call services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Models, coaches, and supports shared decision-making in care planning and service determination with the individual and family members (where applicable) and emphasize self-management, recovery, and wellness, including transition to community-based services and/or supports. Works with SEFBHN to develop diversion strategies to prevent individuals who can be effectively treated in the community from entering SMHTFs. Requirements New Horizons will need you to have the following qualifications: Master’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related human services field and two years full time or equivalent experience working with adults and children at risk Professional license highly preferred Valid and current Florida Driver's License required with no more than 6 points in the past 5 years.

Responsibilities

The Care Coordinator provides time-limited care coordination for 12-15 individuals, ensuring they are connected to appropriate services. They also engage individuals in their current settings to facilitate smooth transitions and support recovery.