PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS REGARDING THIS POSITION:
http://www.tlcssac.org
MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Transitional Living & Community Support (TLCS) is a non-profit social rehab agency providing services to psychiatrically-disabled adults who are homeless/on the verge of homelessness.
DAYS/HOURS: Non-exempt; Full-Time; Temporary Position (less than 6 months duration)
DESCRIPTION: The Substance Abuse Specialist/Case Manager coordinates all services and resources to clients on their caseload. The goal of the Substance Abuse Specialist/Case Manager is to provide referrals, crisis intervention, support and encouragement to enable the client to choose, find and keep permanent housing. This position assists clients with vocational/ employment issues, as well as financial matters and entitlement issues as applicable. The Substance Abuse Specialist/Case Manager will be responsible for providing direct services including substance abuse assessments, individual and group counseling, and education and information to benefit clients who are dually diagnosed. This position will work closely with other program staff and community substance abuse resources.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
At least 2 years experience working with psychiatric disabled individuals.
At least 2 years work experience with persons who have substance abuse problems, preferably with people who are dually diagnosed (mental health & substance abuse). Personal experience with recovery will be considered.
Previous work experience with MediCal billing.
Demonstrated mastery of basic writing skills, including the ability to write/maintain clear and accurate case notes and reports.
Excellent oral communication skills.
Ability to interview, assess for substance abuse and make an appropriate intervention plan for adults with a psychiatric disability and with substance abuse problems.
Ability to advocate for and coordinate community services and housing options for dually diagnosed clients.
Ability to work within multiple models, including but not limited to 12-step, Harm Reduction, faith based and non-faith based.
Ability to communicate and interact with adults who have a psychiatric disability.
Ability to communicate and interact with adults who have acute and/or chronic physical health issues.
Ability to assess emergency situations and provide crisis intervention.
Ability to teach independent living skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with other staff.
Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Must be computer literate with experience in word processing and email familiarity; Microsoft Office preferred.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST ALSO HAVE:
A car
Valid CA driver’s license & vehicle registration
Current auto insurance in accordance with California State Law
Must have at least 3 years of driving experience
Driving record must meet, and continue to meet, the underwriting standards established by the generalized commercial driving guidelines used by our insurance broker.
Must be able to pass clearance of a Department of Justice and/or Federal Bureau of Investigation background screening.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Listed at www.tlcssac.org)
If interested in this position, please send a cover letter and resume to:
TLCS
Human Resources Dept.
1507 21st Street, Suite 205
Sacramento, CA 95811
FAX: (916) 441-6893
E-MAIL: hresources@tlcssac.org
If e-mailing your resume, please submit in MSWord or HTML format ONLY.
NOTE: Please DO NOT submit more than 1 resume; you will be considered for all open positions for which you qualify. Please be patient while your resume is being processed. If you are chosen to interview, TLCS will contact you by telephone or e-mail (if applicable).
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ: You may download our on-line employment application form, but you cannot complete it on-line. Please go to
http://www.tlcssac.org/employment.htm, download the form, thoroughly complete and then fax or mail. Do NOT e-mail this form; it will erase all of your information.
24-HOUR JOB LINE: (916) 441-0123, press #5 when you hear the recording.
If you would like to learn more about our agency, please visit our website at: www.tlcssac.org.
FINAL FILING DATE: 11/16/09 or until filled
TLCS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Our agency embraces a diverse & culturally rich workforce. We welcome all candidates to apply, without regard to race, color, creed, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or physical or mental disability.
- Location: Sacramento
- Compensation: 13.21 per hour
- This is at a non-profit organization.
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