JOB OVERVIEW: 

The Care Coordinator provides on-site facilitation of a structured Cognitive Behavioral Curriculum to a designated criminal justice population at a KDOC Correctional Facility.  These services include facilitating the integration of core components of any cognitive behavioral intervention with focus on substance misuse. This project design is targeted to incarcerated individuals that fall into a high risk need in the area of substance abuse.  The target population will be housed within the segregation unit and will be releasing to the community within six months. Heavy emphasis is placed on skill building activities to assist with cognitive, social, emotional, and coping skill development. Position is full-time, salaried, and exempt. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Implementation of a set curriculum:

• Attend specialized trainings by the University of Cincinnati, to understand the Cognitive Behavioral Curriculum Interventions for the Substance Misuse program, and/or the AIR program, both of which are developed for use within the criminal justice environment.
• Complete required forms and paperwork as instructed in a timely manner.
• Assist Cognitive Behavioral Instructors with providing the core components of the assigned curriculum, as defined by the University of Cincinnati, to identified participants in one on one and group sessions.
• Assign homework for skill development to participants, when assisting with curriculum instruction.
• Plan and execute activities on a group and individual basis as defined by the assigned Curriculum.
• Maintain a personal presence at the correctional facility that reinforces health, safety, and participation in accordance to the project design.
• Coordinate with reentry/release planning and ensures clients have case management during the Cognitive Behavioral classes/program, and have a seamless transition of services upon release;
• Coordinate continued care with parole upon client release from the facility.
• Track and document client and program outcomes and provide reports to Clinical Supervisor, Executive Team, and funders as requested.

Program Coordination

• Coordinate client care with the unit team counselor and any other staff in the facility who are working on the case
• Assist the Re-Entry Supervisor and Cognitive Behavioral Instructors to establish a referral and screening process to determine program eligibility, using screening interviews to ensure eligibility of participants.
• Screening of individual candidates requires analysis and discernment of whether the candidates are appropriate for initial participation in the program based on cognitive level, functioning and substance use history.
• Review the individual candidate’s criminal history and determine whether appropriate based on knowledge and understanding of the unique population and environmental circumstances.
• Monitor and report on achievement of output and outcome goals for the project by continued oversight and analysis of participant’s program involvement.
• Participate in interactive required trainings and meetings to determine the comprehensive evaluation of program components and outcomes.

Community Care Coordination

• Connect clients to needed services within the community and continued care coordination to address system barriers that are often present for this population;
• Assist client with obtaining safe sober housing; accessing mental health services including medication management;
• Connect clients to substance abuse services such as ROSC, formalized treatment programs, community support groups, and/or recovery coaches;
• Address physical health issues that result from chronic substance use
• Assist clients with the application for state and federal benefits, as needed.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Able to demonstrate considerable independent judgment and initiative when carrying out the position responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  Displays courtesy, tact, respect and acceptance toward participants, criminal justice personnel, and other stakeholders.  Displays professional image and demeanor at all times.
• Ethical behavior as demonstrated through honesty, accountability, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Manage time and resources demonstrated by ability to manage and prioritize tasks appropriately.  
• Able to work through difficult job problems, identify solutions, and utilize supervision appropriately.
• Works well in intra- and inter-departmental and community organization teams; attentive and cooperative with others in order to successfully accomplish group tasks.
• Detail-oriented, timely and accurate completion of reports, paperwork, and timesheet.
• Ability to develop, maintain and participate in facility and community partnerships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree work with experience in substance abuse/mental health field, cognitive behavioral education, social services and/or criminal justice area preferred.  
• Experience working with diverse communities including those with substance misuse and criminal populations preferred. Experience in the profession of behavioral health and/or substance abuse preferred. 
• Energetic, self-starter who likes to work autonomously, meeting clients in a correctional setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively through verbal, electronic and written communications
• Ability to evaluate statistical data and attention to detail is required      
• Adaptable to change and willingness to adopt new organizational and technology skills
• Experience and ability to use multiple computer applications, including but not limited to:
• Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point
• Ability to document client progress in electronic medical record
• Internet based database applications
• A valid driver’s license, dependable transportation, and proof of auto insurance must be maintained

BENEFITS:

• Salary is based on level of education, experience and licensure. 
• Full benefits package is available to include:
  • Insurance – Health, Dental, Vision & Life
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Educational Time Off
  • 403 (b) Retirement Program
• HRADAC meets criteria and qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for student loans.

Application Instructions
For more information, contact:

Kris Carnahan, Director of Operations & Administrative Services

Heartland Regional Alcohol & Drug Assessment Center

913-789-0952 or 1-800-281-0029

Send resume to: kris@hradac.com