What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Coordinator position at Integrated Services of Kalamazoo?
Do you have a passion for providing care coordination to individuals diagnosed with a mental health and/or substance use disorder? Would you like to be a valuable member of a diversity driven, mission-minded team that impacts our community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Care Coordinator and make a difference in our community and the lives of the individuals we serve.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Care Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to take part in the development of an initiative to improve the health of individuals by advancing the integration of behavioral and physical healthcare. You will collaborate with Primary Clinicians and provide utilization management to determine appropriate levels of care for individuals served. In addition, you will be analyzing client data and outcomes based on targeted areas to identify health risks and work with the Primary Clinician to develop a comprehensive plan of care. Care Coordinators are tasked with monitoring and tracking various data points for ISK programs. Other duties may include assisting with youth intake phone coverage and assessments as needed.
What We Require
A Master’s degree licensed professional with a minimum of two years’ experience in primary or behavioral health care services working with children. You must also have one of the following Michigan Licensures: Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) (Preferred), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP). Limited licenses will be considered. A valid Michigan Driver’s License is required.
A strong understanding of the needs of persons with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders is needed. You will understand how to implement a strong recovery philosophy and be able to collaborate and develop teams.
Who We Are
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals.
Why Work For ISK?
Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan. You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, 23 days of PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program!
Come Join Us!
Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are invited to apply. ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce. ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
Physical Efforts– Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing as appropriate. May occasionally require light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending as appropriate. Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot.
Working Conditions– Office environment with noise from computers, copy machine, and telephones. Use of computer monitor for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time. Possible eyestrain from extended periods of viewing computer. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites. Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area is required.
