Full Time Care Coordinator
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onStewart Avenue, Wausau, Marathon County, Wisconsin, 54401, United States
About the Team
Northwest Journey is a fast-growing organization dedicated to the mental health field, specifically serving children and adolescents. We provide community-based treatment options designed to prevent out-of-home placements and foster family stability. Our mission extends to offering therapeutic support for youth and families transitioning back into the community from such placements.
About the Role
The Care Coordinator serves as the central force connecting the internal and external treatment teams. In this role, you will obtain, provide, and utilize clinical information to develop comprehensive treatment plans and communicate the client's status to all involved parties. You will act as the primary liaison between the client, their family, schools, and other providers.
As a key member of the team, you will facilitate family participation in the program, communicate with day treatment staff regarding clinical and educational needs, and implement treatment plans. You will also lead interagency meetings to review client progress, manage discharge and aftercare planning, and mediate conflicts when necessary. This position requires building a robust network of community resources to advocate for clients and their families.
Hiring Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly to join our team. The role reports to the Program Director and a Licensed Mental Health Professional, who will provide ongoing supervision.
Equal Opportunity
Northwest Journey is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from individuals with a desire to help children in their communities.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Stewart Avenue, Wausau, Marathon County, Wisconsin, 54401, United States
Wausau, Wisconsin
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCommunicate with day treatment staff regarding clinical and educational needs of clients
- check_circleFacilitate interagency meetings including progress reviews and discharge planning
- check_circleAdvocate for clients and families to help them obtain necessary services and benefits
- check_circleServe as primary liaison between all parties involved with the client's case
- check_circleDevelop treatment plans using clinical information and present client status to the team
- check_circleProvide information to clients and parents regarding program goals and treatment plans
- check_circleComplete necessary documentation as required by certification and funding sources
Requirements
- verifiedMinimum of one year of experience or formal education related to working with youth who have severe emotional disturbance or mental illness
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth Insurancecheck_circleDental Insurancecheck_circleLife Insurancecheck_circleEmployee Assistance Programcheck_circleWellness Programcheck_circlePaid Holidayscheck_circlePaid Time Off (PTO)check_circle401(k) Matchcheck_circleEarned Profit Sharingcheck_circleMental Health Days
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Day-to-day, the Full Time Care Coordinator at Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic will communicate with day treatment staff regarding clinical and educational needs of clients; facilitate interagency meetings including progress reviews and discharge planning; advocate for clients and families to help them obtain necessary services and benefits; and serve as primary liaison between all parties involved with the client's case.
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To qualify for the Full Time Care Coordinator at Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic position, applicants should have: Minimum of one year of experience or formal education related to working with youth who have severe emotional disturbance or mental illness.
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Full Time Care Coordinator at Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic is based in Stewart Avenue, Wausau, Marathon County, Wisconsin, 54401, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic has listed this Full Time Care Coordinator role as on-site.
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Full Time Care Coordinator at Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
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Full Time Care Coordinator at Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic
Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic operates within the Mental Health Care industry, based in Siren, Wisconsin. The organization delivers a range of community-focused interventions designed to ensure family stability and individual success. Through its Northwest Journey program, the clinic offers comprehensive preventative services and therapeutic support for children, adolescents, and families transitioning from out-of-home placements back into the community.
The Northwest Connections initiative provides emergency mental health services to contracted counties across Wisconsin. This collaborative effort involves county partners, service providers, and law enforcement to deliver the least restrictive response possible during crisis situations. Services are tailored to meet specific county needs, with a dedicated crisis line available for immediate assistance.
Northwest Directions focuses on outpatient outreach within school settings, engaging children and families dealing with mild to moderate mental health symptoms. By working with both the individual child and the family system, the program helps establish sustainable goals and fosters greater stability. Additionally, the clinic partners with county Departments of Human Services to provide Daily Living Skills and Mentoring services for children and families residing in the respective counties.
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