[Hiring] Substance Abuse Case Coordinator II @Catholic Charities Comm

Role Description

Join us in this incredible work and be a miracle to someone today. Arizona Families F.I.R.S.T. (Families in Recovery Succeeding Together- AFF) helps parents address substance abuse issues that are affecting their ability to care appropriately for their children or to get and keep a job. It provides the opportunity for families to overcome the barrier of substance abuse to reach the outcomes of permanency for children, family reunification and self-sufficiency. The goal of the program is to reduce or eliminate abuse of and dependence on alcohol and other drugs and to address other adverse conditions related to substance abuse.

The Substance Abuse Case Coordinator serves individuals referred to Catholic Charities’ Arizona Families F.I.R.S.T. program (Families in Recovery Succeeding Together – “AFF”) which supports parents address substance abuse issues that are affecting their ability to care appropriately for their children. For clients in the JOBS program, it will assist clients to get and keep a job. Responsible for providing comprehensive case management including leading groups in discussion to assist families in overcoming the barriers of substance abuse to reach permanency for children, family reunification and self-sufficiency. This position is a telecommuter position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 3 years of related experience including working with multi-problem families in the field of substance abuse, child welfare, or behavioral health.
• An Associate’s degree in a human service or behavioral health-related area of study preferred.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of human behavior, social work theories and techniques as well as community resources.
• Must have counseling, interviewing assessment, therapeutic relationship skills.
• Must be flexible and able to work with the uniqueness of each client.
• Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the agency and community.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications (Word & Outlook).

Requirements

• Must be able to stoop, bend, squat, sit on floor and ambulate over uneven floor surfaces including stairs and steps.
• Must be able to visually and auditory assess and interact with clients to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
• Requires considerable work outside of the office and substantial driving; requires evening and weekend work on occasion and willingness to be on-call for emergencies; may lift up to 25 pounds.
• Valid AZ driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to show proof of registration/insurance.
• Level One Fingerprint clearance or ability to obtain fingerprint clearance; must maintain clearance.
• You must be 21 years of age or older to drive on behalf of Catholic Charities.

Benefits

• Hourly rate starting at $19.11 and may increase depending on experience.
• Excellent Benefits: Medical (including Vision), Dental, Basic Life, Short-Term Disability, Vacation, Sick Time, 13 Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 403(b), EAP and Pension Plan.