West Milwaukee, WI2 days ago
Position Summary Provide ongoing assessment and treatment planning, case management, supportive psychotherapy, symptom management, medication monitoring, and crisis intervention including afterhours hotline coverage to clients with serious and persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance use 70% of case management is performed in the community and in clients’ homes Support clients’ recovery through activities of daily living to include coaching and hands on assistance in the areas of housing, money management, vocational/educational pursuits, and scheduling/transportation to appointments Work as a member of an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team addressing all client needs while utilizing the ACT treatment modality Participate in group facilitation (as determined by supervisor) Responsible for care coordination with clients’ natural supports Working with ACT teammates to complete all assigned and non-assigned tasks as part of client treatment Assessment, referral, and assistance with client healthcare needs Maintain frequent and effective communication with ACT team members at all times as determined by team members and corresponding Clinical Coordinator Work with team members to complete required 1:1s with clients Exhibit knowledge of evidence-based practices such as motivational interviewing and trauma informed care Assessment and coordination of substance use treatment services Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the form of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, etc. pm21 Working Conditions: Work is performed in the office, the community and in clients’ homes; up to 6 hours a day may be spent driving; clients may be unstable and symptomatic at times; hours average at least 40 hours per week; flexible work schedule includes some weekends, after hours hotline coverage, and holidays.