Job: Care Coordinator - Family-Based Intensive Treatment

Brien Center
P.O. Box 4219
Pittsfield, MA 01202

Phone:413-499-0412
Fax:413-448-2198
Website:briencenter.org

Company Description:

The Brien Center is Berkshire County’s largest provider of behavioral health and addiction services. We employ over 450 dedicated, compassionate people who work at 26 locations county-wide, in roles including residential and nursing staff, case managers, therapeutic mentors and psychotherapists. Our impact is experienced and appreciated by over 10,000 individuals – including 4,000 children – whose lives are saved, whose illnesses are successfully treated, and who continue on as successful members of our community. We are proud of our comprehensive programs and services for highly-complex problems, and continue to hear from clients, years later, that their lives and families remain intact because of our care.


Job Title:
Care Coordinator - Family-Based Intensive Treatment
Salary Range:Location:
$25.45 - $25.46 Per Hour Pittsfield
Job Type:Category:
Full TimeHuman Services
Education Level:Work Experience:
Description:

Weekdays, 1st Shift!

Essential Job Functions:

  • Adheres to all applicable state and federal regulations; ensures compliance with the organization’s policies and procedures, code of conduct, and all applicable regulatory requirements
  • Provides in home support to youth and families and implements elements of the treatment plan. 
  • Assesses safety needs, participates in development of safety plans and monitors safety on an ongoing basis.
  • Assists FIT Clinician with monitoring of progress toward treatment plan goals and objectives.
  • Provides coaching and support in decision making to the youth/family.
  • Supports identification of community resources and natural supports.
  • Coordinates and communicates with all collaterals.
  • Supports youth attendance at school and other community based activities as clinically indicated.
  • Maintains contact with the family 3-5 times per week.
  • Offers and delivers services in the home, community, schools, day care, foster homes, and other community settings.
  • Completes all required documentation in accordance with agency policy and performance specifications.

Qualifications, Experience and Education:

  • Minimum education and experience requirements:
    • Interns enrolled in a master’s degree program in the human services field

OR

  • Bachelor’s degree in the human services field from an accredited university and one year experience providing family members with therapeutic support for behavioral health needs.
  • Strong knowledge of computers
  • Basic knowledge of community resources.
  • Excellent oral and presentation skills.
  • Ability to delegate effectively.
  • Ability to respond to program scheduling needs on a flexible basis.
  • Valid Driver’s License and use of personally insured vehicle for agency business.
  • Ability to work mandatory on call rotation.