Adult Case Management MAT Program

Porter-Starke Services, Inc. is seeking an Adult Case Manager (MAT) to provide case management, care coordination, and skills training to clients receiving Medication Assisted Therapy. Porter-Starke Services, Inc. is a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) based in Valparaiso and serves northwest Indiana with additional offices in Portage, Knox, and LaPorte. Porter-Starke also operates Marram Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with two offices in Gary and Hebron.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

401K w/ 20% company matching 11 paid holidays Competitive wages Generous PTO Employee discounts (YMCA) Employee referral program HSA/FSA accounts Medical, dental, and vision insurance Tuition assistance up to $5250 Loan repayments $200/month Casual Fridays Company paid life insurance policy Company paid long term disability Optional insurances (short term disability) Employee recognition events Employee Assistance Program Free health screenings

WAGES:

Starting at $19.00 and up based on experience

JOB DUTIES

Provides case management services, care coordination and skills training and acts as an advocate for clients. Coordinates care with outpatient medical providers, nursing and therapists Administers assessments at appropriate intervals Completes electronic medical record documentation as required. Assists clients in obtaining entitlements. Initiates, monitors and updates clients' treatment plans in cooperation with the treatment team. Attends weekly staffing with outpatient, and/or recovery center staff Coordinates appropriate discharge planning and transition to aftercare services. Provides outreach, support and monitoring to help clients live successfully in the community. Attends clinical supervision, and obtains relevant continuing education Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Must demonstrate knowledge of the following: Signs and symptoms of Substance Use Disorders Signs and symptoms of mental health disorders Medication Assisted Therapies Appropriate interventions for those suffering with addiction including Motivational Interviewing Locating, coordinating and accessing appropriate services and entitlements for clients. Criteria for enrollment and appropriate regulations to assist clients in maintaining compliance with program guidelines. Formulation of treatment plans, ability to monitor progress, and ability to modify plans to meet client needs. Must demonstrate skills in the following: Assessing the needs of clients receiving MAT Documenting interventions. Building and maintaining therapeutic rapport with assigned clients. Providing education in activities of daily living for clients. Assisting clients in accessing entitlements, such as Medicaid, Social Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), food stamps, and other resources. Assisting clients with medication compliance through self-administering psychotropic medications, or assisted administration. Advocating for client's needs Proficient electronic medical record documentation

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related human services discipline is required. Previous related experience working in addictions, mental health or related discipline preferred. A clean driving record required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE

Successful completion of OBHP (Other Behavioral Health Professional) certification, CPI, CPR is required within 2 weeks of hire date. Valid proof of Auto Insurance required. Obtaining Navigator certification is required. Learn more about Porter-Starke Services, Inc.

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