Case Manager-Skills Trainer- Jail Diversion

• This position includes a program pay rate differential that is equivalent to $4,160 per year!!! (prorated based on FTE status).
• Benefits include:
  • Family medical, dental, long term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
  • Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus 11 paid holidays annually.
• Position may be eligible for Rural Health loan repayment visit for more information.
• Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM

Participation in coverage for a rotating 24-hour afterhours line is required and compensated.

Overview

Provides recovery-focused services to people with serious mental illness, using jail in-reach strategies and following evidence-based practices with clients engaged in community services. Actively outreaches to partner agencies and individuals in the community to engage individuals into needed services and supports. Facilitates and coordinates access to these services and supports within the community. Implements client treatment plans.

Responsibilities

The Jail Diversion Case Manager/Skills Trainer assists clients in accessing community resources while teaching skills for client linkage of community resources. Helps to develop transition plans for incarcerated individuals and coordinates jail diversion, PSRB and other program-specific services. Teaches life skills such as money management, emotional self-regulation, good interpersonal skills, self-advocacy and utilizing public transportation. Liaisons with community partners providing education on Options behavioral health services and facilitating access to these services. The majority of services are delivered in the community. Regularly drives agency vehicle and transports clients as required. Manages time and caseload effectively.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s (BA/BS) degree in a human services field OR three years of experience providing services in a similar setting with individuals who have emotional and/or mental and/or developmental disabilities, OR a combination of education and experience that provides the desired skills, knowledge, and abilities required to perform the job.

Must be a QMHA on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.

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Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO.

Please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.

Must pass both a state-required background check and a modified law enforcement background check, and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to transport clients. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Options for Southern Oregon recognizes that in order to best serve the healthcare needs of our communities and fulfill our mission, we must learn, grow, incorporate, and value the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and in our lives. We are committed to the continued development of an aware, diverse, and culturally responsive workforce and an organizational culture that is supportive and affirming for all staff and clients. Options acknowledges that incorporating EDI principles in our practices is an ongoing learning process and we are committed to using our voice to effect positive change. We recognize that making an impact on health inequities in our community will take more than just a statement and, to this end, our goals, planning, and actions aim to promote and develop equitable and effective health care services to reflect the needs of our diverse communities.

Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.