Description

• Meet with clients to obtain information for the Government Performance and Results Act.
• Track all clients in the LaSOR program.
• Log/report data per requirements of LaSOR Program Manager.
• Participate in program recruitment and referrals.
• Participate in the LaSOR monitoring and reporting process.
• Oversee the LaSOR Care Coordination process among participating agencies.
• Ensure multiple needs of clients are addressed and appropriate referrals are made. Assist patients with applying for benefits, SNAP, disability, transportation, etc.
• Work toward identification, engagement, and retention of clients.
• Maintain working knowledge of array of services available in surrounding areas.
• Coordinate resources through multiple points of entry and delivery systems for the benefit of the client’s wellbeing.
• Verify insurance status of each client and assess uninsured patients’ eligibility for Medicaid. If the patient is Medicaid eligible, he or she will be required to apply for Medicaid.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and interact with others.
• Must be present during working hours at the office for in-person meetings and access to a computer without violating company policy.
• Complete NARCAN training with clients.
• Other duties, as assigned.

• LPN / RN OR Bachelor’s degree prefer
• Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience. Project management, community/public relations, strongly preferred.
• Counselor credentials/license per Louisiana state requirements prefer
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills are required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including, Word, Excel and MS Project.
• Knowledge of evidence-based treatment options and treatment systems.
• Knowledge of opioid epidemic, substance abuse treatment, cultural competency, and stakeholders, including providers, child welfare, juvenile justice, and behavioral health.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and possess strong analytical and organizational skills in managing multiple projects in different consecutive stages.
• Must be able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment in which attention to detail and audit-trail documentation must be maintained in the face of multiple competing demands for your time.
• Develop a positive rapport with clients, vendors, subcontractors and employees and maintaining business partnerships is critically important.
• Compliance with accepted professional standards and practices
• Initiative to take charge of unforeseen situations, solve problems and adjust to schedule changes
• Satisfactory references from employers and/or professional peers
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen.

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Excellent growth and development opportunities
• Satisfying and rewarding work striving to overcome the opioid epidemic

• Everyone will be asked to be in compliance with the most recent COVID guidelines from CDC, State, County and City.