The Community Engagement Team is designed to conduct outreach and in-reach to identify and engage high acuity clients to be seen for intake and opened as new client at CCBHC programs.

The Certified Recovery Mentor provides case management offering a combination of referral linkage, individual counseling, family support, group counseling and case management services to assist client's successful connection and engagement in treatment.  Provides services primarily offsite (within the community and at community partner locations).

Location: This position is based out of LifeWorks NW's Rockwood site.

Pay/Benefits: $22.74-$29.26 per hour plus Full benefits.
Salary Placement Notice:
The posted salary range reflects the compensation potential for this role. Most candidates will be placed between the entry level and midpoint of the range, depending on their experience and qualifications. However, more seasoned professionals with extensive exact or similar experience may be considered for placement toward the higher end of the range. Final salary offers are made in alignment with internal compensation processes in accordance with Oregon Pay Equity laws.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Screens and selects clients to participate in the mentoring program.
• Document and maintain client records in electronic healthcare system within 24 hours of meeting with client to ensure compliance with agency and contract guidelines and confidentiality.
• Meets regularly with staff from social service agencies to update them on LifeWorks NW services identifying unmet services/needs LifeWorks NW may be able to address; review and update referral and case coordination procedures as needed; obtain referral requests and work with referral sources to remove any barriers to treatment; report back if clients fails to attend; obtain relevant case information from the referral for the clinician who will be doing the client's intake assessment; work with referral source and client to facilitate the family's involvement in the assessment and the treatment planning process.
• All services must be provided in a culturally appropriate manner.
• Some evenings/weekends required
• Travels between sites or in the community driving clients when needed.

REQUIREMENTS:  

• High school diploma/GED.
• Must have a current Certified Recovery Mentor Certificate (CRM) with MHACBO.
• Substantial experience with issues involving addiction including the language, values, norms and other attributes of the subculture; the subtleties and linguistic nuances of the differences between honest dialogue and statements made for effect.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.
• Extensive knowledge of how to efficiently navigate the social service network from the bottom up.
• Must be able to accompany clients throughout their environment. 
• Must have knowledge of the legal/corrections system.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills and maintains a cooperative working relationship with others in a culturally diverse environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Word.  Ability to master proprietary software including electronic health record system and scheduling system required. 
• Requires ability to work some evenings and/or weekends
• Requires access to car, valid driver's license, proof of current automobile insurance coverage and verification of safe driving record from DMV.

LifeWorks NW is a private, non-profit organization providing prevention, mental health, substance use treatment, and related social services to youths, adults, and older adults in over fifteen locations throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. LifeWorks NW promotes a healthy community by providing quality and culturally responsive mental health and addiction services across the lifespan.

Our core values-Recovery and Relationships, Resilience, and Results-inform the work we do. The four pillars of the strategic vision include Compassionate, Impactful Care, Holistic Health, Passionate Team, and Thriving Organization. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are critical to successfully achieving the mission. We know that "life works" when people get the help they need and are dedicated to changing lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

www.lifeworksnw.org

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