Care Manager - Access & Intake

Care Manager

• Access & Intake at Howard Center in Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Description Care Manager
• Access and Intake Seeking an organized and independent thinker who takes initiative to meet client needs. This position is situated in Intake
• the "front door" of Howard Center, assisting clients at first contact and works with clients from 6 months to a year.

In this position you will be a part of an enthusiastic team that will work to get services and provide support to clients while providing the best customer service. Grow your knowledge of services in the Chittenden County area and best practices as you are trained to work across all client populations regardless of age or diagnosis.

• All applicants must submit a cover letter to apply for this position.

Responsibilities:

Establish professional relationships with clients and families assigned to caseload Provides case management to children, youth, and adults with a variety of diagnoses Meet with clients in homes, community, office, and by phone and telehealth Provides follow up care and phone check-ins Provides brief treatment (crisis stabilization, supportive counseling, skill building) Determination of appropriate servicesreferrals according to client needs Complete applications for community resources and public benefits Work closely with our Cultural Liaison Team Coordinate and participate in team meetings with schools, medical, and community providers

Requirements:

A minimum of one year of experience working in Human Services, particularly in mental health, Social Work, Psychology, substance use, or developmental disability field Knowledge of community resources, public benefits, diverse populations, crisis interventionde-escalation, andor lived experience Driver's license and use of a personal vehicle

Structure:

Full time AFSCME Union (dues will apply) Starting at $23.45 hour We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

Benefits:

Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more Comprehensive Health Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible. Two Dental options Vision Insurance Employer 401(k) contributions Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account Childcare Stipend Employee Assistance Program Employee referral program with financial payment Discounted online undergraduategraduate courses through Champlain College truED Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education Voluntary benefits from localinternational businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, skisnowboard passes, autohome insurance, and more! Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy

Our Values:

Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence. Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOETTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy. and