Overview Nexus Family Healing is hiring a Care Coordinator at our Onarga, IL location!
Nexus-Onarga Family Healing is located approximately 30 miles south of Kankakee and 45 miles north of Champaign-Urbana, just a few miles off of I-57 on a historic site in Onarga, IL. Nexus Onarga provides boys ages 10 to 20 years old a structured, homelike environment where they can safely address a variety of unhealthy behaviors and mental health issues as well as childhood trauma.
At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity.
Work Schedule & Salary
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday based on the program needs
Work hours range from 7a-7p based on the needs of youth & families served
Salary starts at $25.20-$27.00 per hour based on prior experience & education
Work Environment
Must be able to lift to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100+ pounds with assistance.
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours).
Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within the residential program.
Must be able to assist in proper restraining of client.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.
Benefits of the Care Coordinator Position at Nexus-Onarga
Endless training on mental health & trauma informed care
Internal advancement opportunities without further education required
Ongoing support of a team of trained & experienced professionals
Tuition Assistance Program to obtain higher education in a related field
Employee Referral Bonus program
The Care Coordinator supports treatment services by guiding clients and families, coordinating resources, and ensuring continuity of care for stabilization.
Responsibilities
Provides mental health counseling to assigned youth and documents services, meeting or exceeding minimum standards.
Manages and coordinates resources and activities for each assigned client(s) to ensure that the unique treatment needs, and requirements of each individual are met.
Facilitates client and family engagement in treatment, identifies barriers, and connects them with support through transition or discharge.
Participates in and/or facilitates all required meetings and conferences relative to assigned clients.
Communicates clearly and respectfully with clients, families, staff, and external contacts; shares knowledge and resources appropriately.
Maintains required documentation and current files for all clients, meeting organizational and regulatory standards.
Works effectively with internal stakeholders to successfully implement plans for achievement of treatment objectives and community reintegration.
Provides timely and accurate communication to supervisory and management staff and team members regarding significant events, to ensure continuity of care and safety of clients.
Participates in the training and development of other care coordinators and assumes mentorship role as assigned.
Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of all Nexus policies and procedures and ensures compliance with the ability to reference and use them.
Demonstrates concern and empathy towards others as needed, while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Exhibits a high degree of ethical conduct, integrity, and confidentiality, while adhering to the Nexus Code of Conduct.
Demonstrates self-awareness and manages emotional responses professionally in daily work situations.
Interacts with and appreciates people from diverse cultural, social, economic, and religious backgrounds.
Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and teamwork; supports staff and fosters cooperation.
Requirements
Required Education and Licensure:
Meets the Mental Health Service Definitions and Professional Qualifications of a Mental Health Professional (MHP)
Bachelor's degree in a clinical discipline (psychology, social work, etc.). In lieu of clinical degree, any bachelor's degree plus 2 years of related experience required. In lieu of bachelor's degree, will consider MHP with 5 years of related experience.
Minimum 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements
Preferred Education and Experience:
3 years of related experience.
At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.
Our ICARE Values:
Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches
Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern
Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly
Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate
Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards
APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM! When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives - including your own!
Keywords: Mental Health Counselor, Youth Counselor, Youth Care, Mental Health Technician, Case Manager, Youth Mentor, Child Welfare Specialist, Social Worker, Program Coordinator, Service Coordinator, Care Manager, Caseworker, Clinician