Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field required.
Knowledge of serious and persistent mental illness, substance abuse, and trauma.
At least two years' experience working with families and children, preferably within the mental health system.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively required.
Ability to work flexible hours including evenings required.
Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with family visitation, e.g. climb stairs, etc.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and email is required.
Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background, child protective service check & sex offender check.
Must not be on the state or federal suspension and disbarment list.
Must be able to exert moderate physical effort with occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, typing and frequently lift and carry small children or material weighing up to 25 pounds.
Driving may be necessary to attend meetings and trainings and for the occasional need to meet with clients offsite and within the program service area. This may include transportation of clients or driving to agency location to complete work. A good driving record is required.
Benefits : Our benefits include but are not limited to:
(offered to full-time and part-time employees)
Generous paid time off accrual
9 paid holidays per calendar year and up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year
Excellent medical benefits at very reasonable cost
Dental and Vision insurance options
Agency paid basic life insurance and STD & LTD disability insurances
403(b) retirement with a generous agency match (all employees are eligible)
Tuition Reimbursement - offered once per year through an application process
The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
To learn more about our benefits please visit, https://www.opportunityalliance.org/explore-our-benefits
Who we are ...
The Opportunity Alliance is "Helping People Reach for a Brighter Future".
Mission: The Opportunity Alliance works with people to build better lives and stronger communities. We provide advocacy, leadership, and support to identify the goals and address the needs of individuals, families, and communities.
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Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceRemote work optionsFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Wraparound Care Coordinator
Wraparound youth services program
Our High-Fidelity Wraparound program works with youth aged 12-20 with a diagnosed mental health disorder and/or developmental delay who are involved with the Juvenile Justice system. Wraparound provides comprehensive, holistic, youth and family-driven intensive case management services through the development of a team comprised of both professionals and natural supports. The Wraparound team seeks to support the family/youth in developing individualized goals so that they can maintain in their homes and communities and achieve their vision of a fulfilled life.
The Wraparound Care Coordinator is a direct service staff position for the community services area. This position contributes to the accomplishment of the Agency's mission through the provision of home-based and community-based case management services to youth and families with a mental health diagnosis or developmental disability.
This Care Coordinator attends monthly staff meetings and participates in weekly supervision with the designated supervisor.
Schedule : Full-time, 40 hours per week, hourly position.
Monday - Friday; some evening hours may be required.
Location : Main office is located in South Portland.
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Hybrid schedule; some in office and some remote work.
*Ability to do some paperwork from home/remotely.
Opportunityalliance · South Portland, ME