Care Coordinator-Behavioral

POSITION SUMMARY

Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services - Non-Nursing;

FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;

Department: PACT - CR;

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, rotating late night and on call

AbbeHealth Services - is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success. The Abbe Center for Community Mental Health is a subsidiary of AbbeHealth Services located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Abbe Center offers several specialty services for adults living in the community with severe/persistent mental illness. The Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) is one of these services. PACT is a nationally recognized, evidence-based practice featuring an interdisciplinary treatment team including psychiatric medication prescribers, nurses, therapists, substance abuse specialist, vocational specialist, peer support specialist and case managers. The team meets daily M-F to coordinate interventions amongst treatment team members to ensure that all clients receive services outlined in their treatment plan and based on their changing needs. Most services take place in the community or client's home and include the development of a natural support network.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience aculture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits -Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment- We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development- We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Is aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff.
• Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organization's commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.
• Provide whole person care incorporating physical and mental health needs to adults with severe/persistent mental illness in client's homes or community.
• Ensure access to housing, clothing, food, preventative/urgent healthcare, transportation, and natural supports.
• Assist client with implementing individualized service plan that might include development of independent living skills (ie: budgeting, meal planning, self-care, housing, navigating public transportation, time management, etc.), positive social skills, pursuing/keeping employment, implementing doctor recommended treatment such as medications/therapy, etc.
• Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals.
• Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor's degree with at least 30 semester hours in a human services field

Qualifications/Experience

At least one year of experience supporting persons in recovery from mental illness, helping people with disabilities secure employment, and/or providing substance abuse services is preferred. Iowa driver's license required.