Caseworker - Lowell, United States - Lowell House Addiction Treatment and Recovery

Lowell House Addiction Treatment and Recovery

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Lowell, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Schedule:
Tues

Sat:

9am - 5pm

Road to Renewal

Community Based Residential Re-Entry Program

Caseworker Job Description

Job Summary:

The Caseworker at Road to Renewal plays a critical role in ensuring the successful and secure reintegration of individuals into the community.

This position requires a detail-oriented and diligent professional to verify various aspects of residents' plans, including home arrangements, potential visiting locations, employment, and daily check-ins, contributing to the overall safety and success of our reentry program.

Responsibilities:

Supervise and monitor the health and safety of residents in the program.
Completion of daily monitoring and communication log.
Assisting residents in following daily schedule and routines.
Assist with resident needs and daily requirements.
Assist with daily operations such as food shopping, meal preparation, monitoring of chores, household tasks as assigned.
Responsible for home and visiting location verification and make sure residents are visiting only safe places and check in on residents at work.
Thoroughly check and verify residents' proposed home plans to ensure they align with program requirements and community standards.
Verify potential visiting locations to ensure a safe and supportive environment for residents.
Provide support in navigating with community relationships
Set expectations with friends and family
Conduct comprehensive employment verification, collaborating with employers to confirm residents' employment status and work arrangements.
Establish and maintain a daily checkin system, contacting residents at predetermined times to monitor their wellbeing and adherence to program guidelines.
Maintain accurate and uptodate records of verification processes, documenting findings, and any deviations from the approved plans.
Work closely with the Case Managers, Assistant Program Director, and Program Director to ensure alignment with overall program goals and standards.
Must be able and ready to respond to any verificationrelated crises promptly, collaborating with relevant parties to ensure residents' safety.
Responsible for maintaining the staffing ratio as assigned by the Program Director; (remaining onsite as directed by supervisor).
Provide immediate assistance and support during crisis situations, including emotional distress or aggression, and implement appropriate interventions.
Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity in all interactions, recognizing and respecting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of clients.
Work collaboratively with other members of the reentry program team, including case managers, Assistant Program Director, and external service providers, to ensure a comprehensive and holistic approach to client support.
Adhere to all Programmatic Policies and Procedures, including Driving Policy.
Occasional transportation of residents is possible.
Adhere to LHI employee handbook rules.
Appropriate utilization of oncall procedures.
Responsible for the immediate notification of safety/health/legal issues happening in the program (resident or programmatic), including completing an Internal or Critical Incident Report form.
Complete medication training with PD
Observe and document residents' selfadministration of medications.
Complete daily medication counts.
Other duties as assigned.

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Must pass a drug screening upon hire and annually

- Must pass a CORI background check

Compliance and Reporting:

Adhere to any company and program policies, procedures, and legal and ethical standards.
Strictly adhere to State and Federal HIPAA and PREA guidelines.
Follow mandated reporting guidelines.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience preferred. High School Diploma or GED required.
Previous experience in verification processes, preferably in a reentry or community support setting preferred.
Detailoriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with residents, employers, and other stakeholders.
Understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards.
Knowledge of substance abuse treatment, mental health, and traumainformed care principles.

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Must pass a drug screening upon hire and annually

- Must pass a CORI background check

Competencies

Excellent professional boundaries
Strong verbal & written communication skills
Working knowledge of MS Word & Excel and Electronic Health Records.

Physical demands

Must be able to sit or stand for an extended period.
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement
Lowell House, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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