Case Manager, Opioid Prevention Project (OPP)

Title: Case Manager, Opioid Prevention Project (OPP)
Reports to: Program Coordinator
Employment Type: Full-time, Mode of Work: In-person (no remote work)
Work Location: South Dade/Homestead
Salary Range: $40,000- $43,000 annually (non-negotiable)

Position Summary

Gang Alternative, Inc.’s Opioid Prevention Project (OPP) is a holistic program focused on mitigating the risk factors and strengthening protective factors to prevent opioid misuse and delay the onset of any alcohol or drug use within high-risk communities. OPP utilizes evidence-based prevention, intervention, and treatment programs for middle school-aged youth and their families impacted by opioid addiction in South Miami-Dade County.
The Case Manager is responsible for the implementation of intervention programming that ensures families receive appropriate services. They will develop individualized and family treatment plans, schedule and deliver services, and assist with reporting measures. The Case Manager will guide clients and their families through case management and wrap-around care services needed to help them refrain from drug usage and to build skills for a healthy life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct outreach and execute recruitment processes consistent with the program goals and objectives.
Conduct participant intakes, eligibility verification, and documentation.
Administer and analyze evidence-based assessments.
Utilize assessment results to inform the development of the participants’ Individual Development Plan/Family Case Plan.
Provide guidance and monitor individual participant activities as outlined in the case plan to track progress of individual participants toward attainment of identified goals.
Accurately track input data, and maintain comprehensive case files (physical and electronic) for participants.
Facilitate monthly Parent Circle meetings.
Conduct frequent one-on-one participant sessions.
Coordinate links to appropriate support services and provide appropriate referrals such as transportation assistance, basic needs and emergency assistance, behavioral health support, medical health support, and access to other support services.
Build and maintain healthy relationships with participants.
Serve as an Ambassador of Gang Alternative, Inc.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or related field.
Three years of experience serving youth and families preferably in outreach and case management.
Demonstrated experience in working with evidence-based prevention models and culturally relevant adaptations for the target community.
Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and ability to work effectively with youth and adult volunteers in a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism and maturity in handling sensitive information, participant interaction, and community relations.
Ability to organize, plan, and manage multiple tasks.
Ability to manage time efficiently and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of South Miami-Dade County community and youth preferred.
Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Note:

This position may require independent travel between workstation and other sites. Consequently, the incumbent must always maintain valid Driver’s License and insurance coverage on personal vehicle during employment.
• Performing the duties of this position requires the ability to walk, sit, stand, reach, talk, hear and lift presentation materials, including equipment.
• Gang Alternative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Personnel are chosen based on ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.
• Gang Alternative, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace.

Compensation

This is an outstanding opportunity to be a part of a highly effective nonprofit program and partnering with the other members of the Middle Management team. Gang Alternative, Inc. will offer a competitive compensation package including base salary, health, 403b and vacation benefits.

Health Insurance (partially funded by employer)
Medical Gap Insurance (fully funded by employer)
Dental Insurance (partially funded by employer)
Vision Insurance (fully funded by employer)
Life and AD&D (fully funded by employer)
Supplemental Insurance
403(b) Retirement plan (with employer match)
Family Medical Leave
Employee Assistance Program
11 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off, including Birthday and Personal Day
Professional development opportunities
Opportunities for career growth