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LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF Forensic Care Coordinator Case Manager in CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns. Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity. Description Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI is currently seeking a full-time, benefit eligible, Forensic Care Coordinator to join our growing OARS (Offering Avenues for Re-Entry Success) serving St. Crox, Dunn, Barron, Chippewa and Polk Counties. Our team provides case management for those that have been convicted of crimes, are in prison and have verifiable mental health diagnosis. This role collaborates closely with the Department of Corrections to help individuals released from the correctional institution reenter the community successfully. Colleagues are required to meet clients in the prison system and in the community to perform assessments, investigations/screenings to determine entry and placement in the Forensic Opening Avenues for Reentry Success Program. Hours for the role are generally Monday through Friday and require occasional evening hours. Examples of services Expected may include (These are examples, not all inclusive, and all services may not be provided by an individual employee.): Care/Service planning Care/Service facilitation Essential Duties and responsibilities: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. Assess client\'s needs utilizing the required assessment tool(s) (e.g. functional screen). Re-assess, as needed, and at least annually. Information to complete the assessment is gained via interviews, collateral contacts and prior records. Working alongside the client, their family, his/her supports, and other service providers, develop and implement a comprehensive and individualized service plan. When required by the program/service, coordinate and authorize services according to the service plan. Provide services to assigned clients in alignment with the service plan. Organize and plan... For full info follow application link. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/W/VET/DISABILITY ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/9AC7F65964424FC3