Care Coordinator (Talladega Outpatient)

Primary Job Functions:Care coordination ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates the ability to assess the consumer’s needs and strengths utilizing the CANSIdentifies goals and plans for appropriate services based on the CANSDevelops Individualized Service Plan (ISP) within 30 of first face-to-faceProvides appropriate linkage to community resourcesProvides ongoing monitoring of consumers’ progress and needs as assessed in the CANSAdvocates on behalf of the consumers to secure community resourcesEffectively collaborates with the treatment team members and outside sources in the delivery of care coordination.Evaluates the consumer for discharge planningEffectively demonstrates the application of child/adolescent specific competenciesSupervision and ConsultationSeeks clinical supervision and consultation as neededAccepts and employs suggestions for improvementActively works to enhance knowledge and skillsClinical Record KeepingDocuments in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policyDocuments appropriate, complete, and comprehensive CANS assessmentsDocuments measurable and specific goals in the individualized service planDocuments in a clear and concise manner, types of consumer problems, ISP goals addressed and services providedDocuments case disposition, case closings, follow-up and referralsDocuments legiblyCourteous and respectful attitudes towards consumers, visitors and co-workersTreats consumers with care, dignity and compassionRespects consumer’s privacy and confidentialityIs pleasant and cooperative with othersAssists consumers and visitors as neededPersonal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for othersIs sensitive to the consumer’s needs, expectations and individual differencesIs gentle and calm to consumers and familiesCase Load Management:Effectively manages caseload based on consumer needsMeets AltaPointe productivity standardsAdministrative and Other Related Duties as Assigned:Actively participates in Performance Improvement activitiesActively participates in AltaPointe committees as requiredCompletes assigned tasks in a timely mannerFollows AltaPointe policies and proceduresAttends to required in-service training and other workshopsBachelor’s degree in a human services related field or social work program. Must be at least age 23, maintain a valid verifiable driver license and maintain a clear driving record. Knowledge in child/adolescent specialty, outlined below, to be attained within six (6) months of employment:Knowledge of psychiatric disorders in the child/adolescent populationBasic knowledge of growth and development of child/adolescent consumers as related to all intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects of their developmentKnowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities in the child/adolescent populationBasic knowledge of behavior management and parenting issuesKnowledge of cultural diversityKnowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention and interventions common to acute psychotic consumers, as well as, to non-violent crisis intervention practiceKnowledge of effects of trauma including physical/sexual/emotional abuse and neglect issuesKnowledge of available community resourcesCertified by the Alabama State Department of Mental Health to provide child/adolescent care coordinationCertified to administer the CANS (Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment)

Created: 2025-10-04