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Spurwink Services

ACT Case Manager

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What they do

A Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor works with people that have mental or physical disabilities, or people recovering from accidents or major injuries, to help them assess employment options and find job placements. Provides counseling and job search assistance and identifies resources for clients. Works with employers to identify job opportunities and advocates for clients with disabilities.

$55,208 / year median in Maine

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Come join a vibrant, interdisciplinary team serving the complex needs of adults with serious mental illness in Lewiston. We are looking for a collaborative, engaging, and driven Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) case manager who has their MHRT-C or is MHRT-C eligible. A Certified Rehabilitation Counselor or Employment Specialist, or Certified or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor will be considered with relevant experience. In this position you will p rovide community-based case management as part of ACT's team, working with individuals living with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness. This position pays $23.00-$27.00 per hour depending on experience.
DUTIES:
Provide intake/assessment when clients are referred, and ongoing assessment as required. Facilitate Individual Service Plan team meetings and develop a plan of care (ISP) for the adult with input from the team. Plan will include a crisis plan. Oversee implementation of ISP, monitor and document progress. Maintain regular contact with team members and other community professionals involved with client. Participate in a team-based approach to care, by working in collaboration with Psychiatry provider, Clinical Team Leader, Nurse, Substance Use Disorder Counselor, Case Manager, Vocational Rehabilitation Provider, and Peer Partner. Identify and assess physical and behavioral health related risk factors and ensure that clients and families are aware of all community services and resources. Assist clients and families in accessing resources. Advocate for clients and families. Provide support through phone contact and face-to-face meetings through home visits and community outreach. Home visiting required, as well as ability to work outside traditional work hours to meet clients scheduling needs. Partner with clients' primary care, medical, and other providers. Participate in individual and group supervision, required training, and case consultations.
QUALIFICATIONS
MHRT-C certification or MHRT-C eligible, or a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor or Employment Specialist, or a Certified or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year institution of higher learning preferred. Maintain a current driver's license and a clean driving record as outlined in Spurwink's Driving Policy.
Competitive Benefits Package:
Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service) Scholarships to ME Community Colleges Tuition Reimbursement 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities Career Advancement Opportunities Flexibility of Schedules Generous Paid Time Off Opportunity for Same Day Pay Health Plan Enrollees - Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More) Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.