5 Healthcare jobs in Chico

Occupational Therapist - Rehab

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. In this role, you will help individuals regain independence by developing and implementing customized programs to improve daily living and vocational skills.

• Assess patients' needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Use therapeutic techniques to improve patients' abilities to perform daily tasks.
• Adapt environments and modify tasks to remove barriers for patients.
• Teach patients and caregivers strategies for improving functionality and independence.
• Document patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.

• Work in rehabilitation centers, hospitals, or outpatient clinics.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team focused on patient recovery.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A supportive work environment that values innovation and teamwork.

*This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.*

• In the absence of the Program Director or designee, provides leadership and direction for clients as assigned.
• Advocates for clients in all areas of treatment and helps them apply for and receive services; empowers clients in meeting their goals.
• Advocates for and assists clients and their families in accessing and receiving mental health treatment, medical care, housing, food and clothing as indicated.
• Supports individual service plans for each client.
• Maintaining all client records and complete required documentation and data entry according to program standards including progress notes, activity reports, and logs, etc.
• Meets regularly with clients at Turning Point sites or in the field, at job sites, homes, board and care facilities, skilled nursing facilities and other appropriate sites.
• Consults with or meets regularly with the client's family, care provider or other significant persons with client's consent.
• Coaches clients in developing age-appropriate social skills, money management, personal hygiene, and job readiness.
• Assists in establishing client's eligibility for Medi-Cal or other benefits and advocates for continuation of benefits when appropriate.
• Develop financial management plans for clients who receive Representative Payee Services and authorizes appropriate expenditures.
• Interacts productively within the team in order to provide holistic case management services to an identified group of clients.
• Provides "on-the-spot" counseling that is both helpful to the clients and consistent with the philosophy of the program.
• Drives on program business using personal vehicle for the purposes of medication outreach, home visits, transporting clients to appointments/activities, community/county meetings/trainings, MH court.
• Attends to the safety, health, and wellbeing of clients.
• Completes paperwork as assigned in a timely manner.
• Provides after hours, "on-call" coverage on a rotational basis based on program needs.

• California driver's license & current vehicle insurance/registration.
• Reliable means of transportation capable of passing vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport inclusive of bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles

The purpose of the Case Manager is to assist men and women who come to The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Program (ARP) and the Transitional Living Program (TLP) for assistance with their physical, emotional and spiritual needs through a structured program of rehabilitation, work therapy, and spiritual regeneration.

The Case Manager works directly with the Program Director to provide supervision and support to the individuals and/or families, conduct and facilitate outreach, provide information and referral services, case management, classes and group facilitation and follow up services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processing applicants, managing casework for program participants and supporting the counseling staff to insure program compliance by:
• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and facilitate the intake of eligible participants with the program.
• Identify and contact potential participants through outreach and referral arrangements with local agencies, organizations, and correspondence.
• Open, sort and process incoming applications and screen for program recommendation or denial.
• Prepare outgoing mail, maintaining correspondence for all inquiries, follow-up, sending applications, letters of acceptance or denial.
• Maintain correspondence with law enforcement agencies, court officials and county offices to initiate and maintain case-management, progress reports and discharge summary.
• Meet with counselors to assess and monitor progress of beneficiaries in completing the program expectations and accomplishment of personal objectives in recovery; guide and facilitate the beneficiaries' participation in supportive services; provide advocacy and support.
• Work with the participants, staff and referring agencies, as appropriate to develop program admissions and exit plans.
• Conduct or facilitate groups, coursework materials, house meetings, and other onsite services as needed for both the ARP and TLP.
• Input complete and accurate case notes in BITS on a timely basis.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies and laws in order to help maintain the integrity of the total program(s).
• Follow all security procedures as it relates to ARP & TLP confidentiality and record retention.
• Maintain accurate and commonly understood ARP & TLP program filing system for all incoming beneficiaries and/or participants.
• Assist with compiling all necessary information, reports and forms as assigned.
• Conduct UA testing and maintain accurate logs as required by law.
• Attend scheduled in-services, workshops and staff development as required by Program Administrator.
• Drive TSA vehicle when needed for transporting beneficiaries to appointments with outside agencies, completing appropriate vehicle compliance checks and paperwork.
• Provide case management in county benefit eligibility and food-stamp assistance program.
• Other as assigned by the Program Director.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education Requirements

Pursuing education in Human Services (e.g. social work, psychology or chemical dependency). Ideally, certification in Chemical Dependency Studies, Certification of Alcohol and Drug Counseling with recognized State Certified Agency, or AA/BA in related field.

1. Skills
   
   1. Working knowledge of the ethics of social service delivery and/or rehabilitation,
   2. Commitment to client welfare, informed consent, cultural competency, social diversity, proper boundary setting, and confidentiality.
   3. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
   4. Respect and concern for the cultural diversity of families and individuals served by the agency.
   5. Computer skills; proficient in MS office, data entry, mail-merge.
   6. Knowledge of available services in network of care.
   7. The capacity to work as a team member and independently.
   
   

1. Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required sit for up to 2 hours operating a keyboard. Must be able to operate successfully in a rapidly changing work environment with multiple priorities. Ability to stand or be physically active for up to 2 hours or more at a time: must be able to walk, run, reach and grasp with hands and arms; lift, bend and stoop. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform the essential duties with or without accommodation.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.

Case Manager

Job Details

Job Location

Chico - 2585 Ceanothus - Chico, CA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$24.15 - $24.15 Hourly

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Person in this position will be responsible for the case management of a large caseload of participants in the STOP Program. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Case management of a large caseload of participants released from prison substance abuse programs.

• Heavy documentation.

• Coordination of various services throughout several agencies.

• Travel to Community Based Providers in personal vehicle.

• In-prison presentations.

• Parole collaboration.

• Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Experience and Competencies:

• Knowledge of the criminal justice system.

• Excellent language and interpersonal skills.

• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Basic computer skills.

• Good documentation skills.

• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.

• Professional appearance and demeanor.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain CDCR Clearance.

• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.

• During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience working with the criminal justice population.

• One (1) year case management experience is preferred.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.

• High School diploma or its equivalent is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Not applicable for this position.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed primarily in an office, residential, or outpatient setting.

• Regional travel is required.