Crisis Intervention Case Manager

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We are looking for a full-time Case Manager Crisis Intervention Specialist in our Birch pro gram .

What we offer:

12 paid holidays a year Generous paid time off Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Pet friendly environment Paid volunteer hours Wellness stipend PSLF - Public Service Loan Forgiveness The Birch Program provides services to adults who are currently engaged in the Lane County Aid and Assist Program (370) ; which are people with pending legal involvement who have been determined by the courts to not be able to aid and assist in their court process because of their current mental health symptom or current level of cognitive impairment. The Birch Program Provides all participants with Shelter in the community and our role is to walk with them into mental health services and through all their court obligations. The program is a partnership between ShelterCare and Lane County Behavioral Health Forensic Program to provide intensive wrap-around services to people who are in a point of crisis in their lives, related to their mental health. Most participants have a long history of being unhouse, underserved, dual diagnosed and/or institutionalized with extensive trauma histories; and all currently presenting with a Severe Mental Illness (SMI). See attached position description for full job duties. The Case Manager Crisis Intervention Specialist is non-exempt position that will report to the Lead Crisis Intervention Case Manager. The starting wage for this role is $22.58 - $23.40 per hour; depending on a number qualifications.

ABOUT SHELTERCARE

ShelterCare is a social services agency that is directed by a board of community volunteers . We have multiple programs in the Eugene/Springfield area. We offer a range of housing solutions combined with wraparound services for families and community members who are homeless or on the verge of homelessness. This includes adults who are homeless, have been homeless in the past, have a serious mental illness, or a combination of these. Because of the variety of services we offer, we are able to help many people in our community. Our team values collaboration, person-centered approaches, agility and flexibility, integrity and care, and diversity, equity and inclusion in every aspect of our agency, striving to be the best we can at serving our clients and supporting each other . Here at ShelterCare, every employee has a voice . In addition to making a difference for the vulnerable populations we serve, we offer a fun, positive company culture and opportunities for professional development. What YOU bring to

ShelterCare:

Required A degree in social work or a related field, or the equivalence in years of experience; Experience in working with people who have been homeless and/or have mental health needs; Knowledge of mental health, substance use and homelessness needs and services; and experience providing interventions to these population; Ability to drive agency vehicles; Ability to successfully pass a DHS background check

Essential Skills:

Crisis de-escalation skills, effective communication, negotiation and collaboration, scheduling and time management, leadership, risk management, critical thinking and problem solving, use of technology for email, spreadsheets, documents, etc. Be able to handle confidential material; organize and prioritize work. Preferred Experience in working with people with co-occurring disorders in crisis is preferred; Experience providing services to The Aid and Assist Population; Knowledge of court systems and the criminal justice system To ensure legal and ethical compliance and protect client confidentiality, ShelterCare screens all applicants to avoid dual relationships between staff and former behavioral health clients. Please note that former behavioral health clients are not eligible for employment but may be considered for limited volunteer opportunities in select departments. Ready to apply? Click the apply now button and submit your resume and references. The whole process takes less than 5 minutes! We encourage members of marginalized communities to apply for this role. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the desired attributes listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a non-traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our attributes listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application. •ShelterCare is a participant in the E-Verify Program•