Case Worker III (OARS - Forensic Specialist) For Kenosha & Walworth Counties
Company: Wisconsin Community Services
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Case Worker III (OARS - Forensic Specialist) For Kenosha &
Walworth CountiesJob Code: 2022-BHS-018Location: Behavioral Health
ServicesDepartment: Opening Avenues Re-entry SuccessFT/PT Status:
Full TimeJob Responsibilities:Join a Great Team!We are an
innovative program providing release planning and intensive case
management services to individuals returning from incarceration to
the community. Working in collaboration with DHS and DOC our goal
is to enhance community safety, reduce recidivism, and improve
participants' quality of life. We are seeking people with the
following qualities: Compassionate; self-directed; a team player
who also works well independently; detail oriented; open to
learning and new experiences; creativity; a sense of humor.Our
hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm, with occasional
flexibility desired to meet client needs.Interested in gaining
experience in the mental health field? Looking for a position that
is dynamic and challenging that also provides manageable caseloads
and an emphasis on work/life balance? Working as a case manager in
the OARS program offers many unique opportunities and benefits:Our
case managers serve adults who have serious and persistent mental
illness. Your work will make a significant impact to those who are
often overlooked and underserved.WCS is a qualifying nonprofit
agency under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.Our
culture is team-oriented, and one of support and dedication to each
other.Opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in mental health
care, case management, and the criminal justice system.Job
Responsibilities:Position Summary: Provide ongoing service
coordination, monitoring, treatment planning and advocacy to
residents of Kenosha and Walworth Counties who are participating in
the OARS Program (Opening Avenues for Re-entry Success) and
Outpatient Competency Restoration program (OCRP). Essential
Functions:Coordinate, plan and ensure follow through with community
treatment for individuals participating in the OARS and/or OCRP
Programs.Engage and develop a supportive one to one therapeutic
relationship with each client.Incorporate evidence based practices
into the provision of services including but not limited to
Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Care and Person Centered
Planning.Utilize Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills as a primary
approach to enhance client participation and success.Develop and
practice MI skills through training, coaching, and client contact
to attain basic fidelity within 12 months/advanced fidelity within
24 months of employment as outlined in the program
contract.Participate in MI coaching sessions and complete required
surveys (MI Self-Assessment and the Evaluation of MI Coaching
Session) monthly.Complete MI audio recording and written Test of
Knowledge, reviewing both with MI coach on a quarterly
basis.Monitor ongoing treatment needs and compliance with treatment
for all program clients by providing assessment, treatment
planning, assertive case management, symptom management, medication
monitoring, crisis-intervention and coordination of
multi-disciplinary team meetings as per program protocols and the
DHS contract.Maintain safety practices and continually assess
potential risk when in the community and when working with clients.
Coordinate community support services and/or directly provide
assistance to clients with activities of daily living to include,
but not limited to, coaching and hands on assistance in the areas
of housing, money management, vocational/educational pursuits,
scheduling and transportation to appointments.Encourage and develop
natural supports for each client including family members,
neighbors, friends, the community, etc.Create and maintain client
service documents including but not limited to: case notes,
assessments, release plans, ISPs, QPNs, service plans, suicide and
trauma risk assessments, crisis plans, client budgets, and release
of information forms within expected program timeframes. Comply
with program and DHS quality standards, format requirements and
time frames for all documents and communications.Ensure maximum
client financial contribution and third party payment toward cost
of service provision by applying for appropriate insurance
benefits, using to the fullest extent patient assistance programs,
county services and community resources.Provide on-going
communication and coordination with treatment providers, DOC,
prison staff, and other service agencies, reviewing and responding
to emails and phone messages on a daily basis. Frequent home visits
and transporting of clients in the community using personal
vehicle. Other Duties and Responsibilities:Timely collection of
necessary medical records, lab results and information for OARS
clients per program protocol.Rotational crisis line coverage.Attend
trainings, meetings, and staffings.Other job-related duties as may
be necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the position.Job
Qualifications:Minimal Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in a
related human service field; experience in case management and
service coordination; experience serving people with a mental
illness, substance use disorder or other special populations
required; must have a valid driver's license and an insured, safe,
operable automobile; must be able to pass a criminal background
check. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of and experience
in mental health and substance use services including assessment,
treatment plan development, psychotropic medications, side effects
and symptom management; knowledge of the legal system and forensic
psychiatric issues; risk management; resourcefulness and
flexibility responding to changing client needs; knowledge of
entitlements such as Medicaid, Medicare, SSI/SSDI, Veterans
benefits; above average written and verbal communication skills;
positive interpersonal skills; good organizational and time
management skills; ability to work independently as well as a team
member; familiarity with computers; interest and commitment to
social justice. Physical Demands:There is frequent driving
throughout a six county region, and various prisons throughout WI.
The position requires an ability to drive for periods of time
throughout the day. Must be able to go up and down stairs, lift and
carry 20 pounds to assist with routine client moves. Staff is
expected to assist clients with light household chores as
necessary. Office work involves sitting at a desk and conducting
computer work. pm21 PI201797383
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