Case Manager - MWRAP at The Cooperative

Pennsauken Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

52000.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health, Trauma Informed Services, Community Resources, Organizational Skills, Facilitation Skills, Conflict Resolution Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Cultural Competence, Networking, Assessment, Advocacy, Documentation, Client Confidentiality

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Full Time Position - 40 hours/ week Salary Range - $49,000 - $52,000 ELIGIBLE FOR FULL BENEFITS For over 40 years, The Cooperative has been at the forefront of developing innovative strategies in maternal and child health care. We work to improve the region’s health by educating communities, advocating for system improvements, and engaging with stakeholders. The Cooperative is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) coalition of healthcare professionals and consumers licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health as the maternal and child health consortium serving the seven counties of South Jersey. The Cooperative is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all qualified candidates to apply for employment with our agency without regard to abilities, age, race, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio economic status, educational levels, military/veteran status, or any other characteristics. Disclaimer: This job description does not encompass all duties and is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or tasks. However, it provides a general overview of the job expectations. The Cooperative offers a competitive benefit package: * Medical, Dental, Life Insurance * Id Theft & Legal Services * Pet Insurance * Critical Illness and Accident Plan * Free AAA Basic Membership * Generous Paid Time Off * 10 Paid Holidays * Staff Development * Tuition Reimbursement * Employee Assistance Program * Flexible Spending Account * Dependent Care Account * 401K – The Cooperative contributes 4% after one year of work anniversary Our biggest perk “Summer Flex” and Hybrid Work Schedule The Case Manager in the Maternal Wrap Around (M-WRAP) Program is responsible for working with women and their families to support and strengthen their capacity to engage in health practices to maintain stable homes through a family-centered approach. The Case Manager conducts needs assessments and provides intensive case management, wraparound services, and recovery support for pregnant/postpartum individuals with substance use disorders. Essential Functions: Contribute to The Cooperative’s commitment to equity and continuous quality improvement that aligns with the agency’s mission, goals, and advancement. * Effectively cross-collaborate with agency staff, leaders, and board members to foster a comprehensive approach of information sharing, working committees, and collective representation. * Routinely disseminate relevant information, presentations, training, and learning opportunities for internal program and agency staff. * When applicable, will participate in relevant staff development opportunities (trainings, summits, conferences, etc.) to increase skill development, elevate program goals, and engage staff members with timely key learnings. * Maintains a caseload of 30 families, focusing on developing a single, coordinated care plan for pregnant/postpartum individuals, their infants, and families in accordance with program guidelines * Conducts home visits at least twice monthly * Advocates on behalf of the family * Conducts assessments that include life domains * Provides and documents case management services in compliance with program guidelines * Maintains ongoing relationship with community and health care providers as well as other case managers, making referrals for program services * Conducts networking with community stakeholders and recruits’ community participation in collaborative problem solving around barriers to care and in linking clients to services * Completes all required reports and other documentation in a timely manner * Attends and participates in supervisory, team, multidisciplinary, and other meetings in compliance with program guidelines or as assigned * Maintains client and staff confidentiality in compliance with operational policies and procedures * Provides services in a culturally competent manner * Performs other duties as assigned Requirements Bachelor’s degree in health, psychology, counseling, social work, education, or other behavioral health profession 3 years’ experience working with high need families involved with substance use and mental health disorders Training/education in trauma informed services Evidence of working with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorder populations, or evidence of addiction coursework Basic computer skills Valid driver’s license, current insurance policy, and car Knowledge of community resources that provide services for women and their families (i.e., early childhood intervention, child welfare) Good organizational skills: ability to prioritize work requirements Good facilitation and conflict resolutions skills Good oral and written communications skills Ability to work well with consumers and providers Experience with maternal and child health issues and target population preferred Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Physical Requirements: Must be able to see to read documents and hear well enough to communicate with others Must be able to write, type on a computer, and use a telephone Must be able to operate a motor vehicle Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds Additional requirements to be determined with input from Director and HR Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment: Travels regularly to sites where traffic, weather, and other environmental conditions may be encountered; otherwise works in a climate-controlled professional office environment generally free from hazards and other adverse working conditions

Responsibilities

The Case Manager is responsible for supporting women and their families in maintaining stable homes through a family-centered approach. This includes conducting needs assessments, providing intensive case management, and advocating for families with substance use disorders.