Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkRushford Center one of Connecticutrsquos leading providers of addiction and mental health services is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention treatment and recovery programs We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation Residential Addiction Treatment Individual Group Family Therapy Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs Through the passion of our specialists we continue to treat every patient with care compassion and respect while providing affordable and accessible servicesJob SummaryThis is a hour per week hourly employee position doing community outreach harm reduction and prevention work in our mobile resource van Candidates with prior harm reduction experience and community outreach experience are preferred This position includes engaging with individuals in the Meriden community through the operation of the harm reduction vehicle including engagement outreach harm reduction services connection to treatment naloxone distribution and distribution of other harm reduction supplies Ideal candidate will be comfortable working in the community with complex individuals with substance use andor mental health conditions and providing these engagement services year round There are evening and weekend expectations for this position both for outreach work as well as participating in community events such as tabling at events presentations community events etc Job ResponsibilitiesEvaluate monitor and re evaluate service utilization in accord with Recovery PlanMaintain accurate and complete documentation of services to meet federal state ABH and DMHAS guidelinesEnter each client contact in an electronic medical recordRelate encounter notes to goals identified in the Recovery PlanDescribe concretely and objectively in behavioral terms client response to interventions next steps date time service duration location of activity practitioner name and credentialsSubmit timely monthly progress notes to ABH each monthPerform recovery oriented interventionsservices ensuring effective progress toward the Recovery Plan Goals in accord with Rushford ABH and DMHAS guidelinesCreate an individualized safety plan with client and perform corresponding intervention during crisis including submitting a critical incident reportProvide individual and group psycho education and activities for activities of daily living and self managementFacilitate connections to the individualrsquos recovery natural supportsProvide residential supports in collaboration with DMHAS and ABH such as motivating the participant to find and lease an apartment and assistance with tenancy issues and problemsLink client to mutual supportself help groups and other basic needs resources in the communityAssists clients in arranging transportation to clinical medical and any other appointments deemed necessaryOrganize family education and support activitiesUse client information in accordance with HIPPA guidelinesParticipate regularly in team meetingsannual reviews and integrated team meetings attended by collateral service providersWorks under the general supervision of a licensed behavioral health professionalAttend trainings workshops and conferences as designated by CSP CoordinatorPerform other related duties as requiredWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkRushford Center one of Connecticutrsquos leading providers of addiction and mental health services is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention treatment and recovery programs We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation Residential Addiction Treatment Individual Group Family Therapy Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs Through the passion of our specialists we continue to treat every patient with care compassion and respect while providing affordable and accessible servicesJob SummaryThis is a hour per week hourly employee position doing community outreach harm reduction and prevention work in our mobile resource van Candidates with prior harm reduction experience and community outreach experience are preferred This position includes engaging with individuals in the Meriden community through the operation of the harm reduction vehicle including engagement outreach harm reduction services connection to treatment naloxone distribution and distribution of other harm reduction supplies Ideal candidate will be comfortable working in the community with complex individuals with substance use andor mental health conditions and providing these engagement services year round There are evening and weekend expectations for this position both for outreach work as well as participating in community events such as tabling at events presentations community events etc Job ResponsibilitiesEvaluate monitor and re evaluate service utilization in accord with Recovery PlanMaintain accurate and complete documentation of services to meet federal state ABH and DMHAS guidelinesEnter each client contact in an electronic medical recordRelate encounter notes to goals identified in the Recovery PlanDescribe concretely and objectively in behavioral terms client response to interventions next steps date time service duration location of activity practitioner name and credentialsSubmit timely monthly progress notes to ABH each monthPerform recovery oriented interventionsservices ensuring effective progress toward the Recovery Plan Goals in accord with Rushford ABH and DMHAS guidelinesCreate an individualized safety plan with client and perform corresponding intervention during crisis including submitting a critical incident reportProvide individual and group psycho education and activities for activities of daily living and self managementFacilitate connections to the individualrsquos recovery natural supportsProvide residential supports in collaboration with DMHAS and ABH such as motivating the participant to find and lease an apartment and assistance with tenancy issues and problemsLink client to mutual supportself help groups and other basic needs resources in the communityAssists clients in arranging transportation to clinical medical and any other appointments deemed necessaryOrganize family education and support activitiesUse client information in accordance with HIPPA guidelinesParticipate regularly in team meetingsannual reviews and integrated team meetings attended by collateral service providersWorks under the general supervision of a licensed behavioral health professionalAttend trainings workshops and conferences as designated by CSP CoordinatorPerform other related duties as requiredHigh school diploma andor Associatesrsquo Degree in mental health or human services disciplineBachelorrsquos degree in mental health or human service discipline is preferredBilingual in Spanish preferredPrevious experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness and substance useRequires current valid CT Driverrsquos licenseBasic working knowledge of personal computers and software applicationsAs a Hartford HealthCare entity Rushford provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting ofMedical dental and vision benefitsk plan with employer matchGenerous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire including paid holidaysHigher Education Partnerships with select universities and collegesTuition reimbursement HHC provides the maximum benefit allowed by the IRS to cover educational expenses with no additional tax burden for youSuccess Sharing ProgramLeadership growth opportunities and trainingsCommitment to diversity equity and inclusionAdditional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs Flexible scheduleWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentHigh school diploma andor Associatesrsquo Degree in mental health or human services disciplineBachelorrsquos degree in mental health or human service discipline is preferredBilingual in Spanish preferredPrevious experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness and substance useRequires current valid CT Driverrsquos licenseBasic working knowledge of personal computers and software applicationsAs a Hartford HealthCare entity Rushford provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting ofMedical dental and vision benefitsk plan with employer matchGenerous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire including paid holidaysHigher Education Partnerships with select universities and collegesTuition reimbursement HHC provides the maximum benefit allowed by the IRS to cover educational expenses with no additional tax burden for youSuccess Sharing ProgramLeadership growth opportunities and trainingsCommitment to diversity equity and inclusionAdditional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs Flexible scheduleWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment