*Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Advocate*

*PAY: $58,399 - $66,899*

*BENEFITS:*
* Medical Insurance (4 options)
* Dental Insurance (2 options)
* Vision Insurance (2 options)
* Health Savings Account
* Healthcare and Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
* MERS Retirement Plan (with Employer matching up to 5%)
* Guaranteed step increase every year on your anniversary
* Paid Time Off (18 days in 1st year)
* Holidays (13 days)
* Sign On Incentive
* Referral Bonus (when you refer someone to join our team)
* Employee Assistance Program
* Short Term Disability
* Long Term Disability
* Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority (NLCMHA) recognizes the value of and employs people with lived experience and believes strongly in Recovery and a Culture of Gentleness. To this end, this position requires a commitment to creating and maintaining a culture that "Expects Recovery" and "Encourages Gentleness".
As a member of the Assertive Community Treatment Team, will provide intensive case management services and problem-solving interventions directly and indirectly to and for client members of this specialized services program, coordinating and maintaining community-based treatment within a team process, and actively participating in the on-going services of the team and the larger agency.

*ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:*
* Initiate the on-going assessment, treatment/intervention planning and schedule for members of the team.
* Assess members' emotional well-being, clinical symptomology, behavioral changes and medication effects. Will provide counsel and education to members regarding mental illness symptoms, substance use symptoms and medication information (usage, side effects, importance of compliance, etc).
* Actively participate in the development of an interdisciplinary plan of service as a part of the clinical treatment team.
* Actively participate in team meetings related to both members and to the program.
* Participate in staff meetings, general staff development and supervisory sessions.
* Represent the program in the community relative to the needs of the chronically mentally ill and their families.
* Educate and support the community regarding the needs of persons with mental illness.
* Assist in developing effective inter agency relationships.
* Provide direct clinical care to members and their families through individual and family counseling, co-occurring services, problem solving interventions, psychoeducation, modeling and/or support for and individualized range of activities of daily living, community activities and involvement, and skill required to maintain independent status within the community.
* Advocate, counsel and coordinate regarding daily activities for members in the area of independent community living.
* Provide crisis intervention by participating in 24-hour on call coverage on a rotating basis.
* Engage in professional development activities to enhance individual and team knowledge of mental illness, co-occurring diagnoses and treatment, needs of specific populations and intervention strategies to assist consumers to problem solve and reach their individual greatest degree of independence in the community.
* Secure and maintain appropriate licensure/certification according to the registration/licensing regulations of the State of Michigan and in accordance with Medicaid requirements.
* Participate in assisting the consumer in arranging; or will provide appropriate transportation for service needs.
* Provide periodic psychosocial assessment of consumers according to program and agency guidelines, individualizing the intervention and treatment plan according to specific, identified consumer needs with timed and measurable goals and objectives.

*SUPPLEMENTARY FUNCTIONS:*
May represent Northern Lakes on internal/external committees or work groups to enhance service delivery and development and quality of care, including Quality Improvement activities.
May participate in community education/community caregiver activities.
May be required to participate in the periodic evaluation of services and service planning.
May receive and assist in resolving complaints or inquiries related to services provided by Northern Lakes Community Mental Health.

*GENERAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Set priorities and make decisions, which reflect consistency with Northern Lakes CMH mission statement, goals, values, policies and procedures.
* Provide services and conduct tasks in accordance with terms/conditions required by the funding source, i.e., Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH/CMHSP) Master Contract and with applicable laws and regulations.
* Behave and communicate in a manner that promotes a positive work atmosphere.
* Maintain an awareness to provide a safe and healthy environment and will report all hazards and/or concerns.
* Participate in approved staff development activities, in-services and supervisory sessions.
* Adjust work schedule, with supervisory approval, to meet consumer and/or Authority needs.
* Maintain confidentiality and develop a trusting rapport with consumers, families/guardians, staff and the general public.
* Accept other responsibilities and duties required by the supervisor, consistent with the accomplishment of Authority goals and objectives and the functions of this position. Such responsibilities shall be incorporated into the job description if they involve a lengthy commitment of time or are on going.
* Advise supervisor if actual practice (activity) begins to deviate significantly from specified essential functions.

*QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:*
Credentialed by NLCMHA to provide services in this professional discipline.

*MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:*
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited university, or a Degree in Nursing.

*LICENSING or CERTIFICATIONS:*
Must have licensure with the State of Michigan as a Licensed Bachelors Social Worker. Limited LicensedBachelors Social Worker or licensed RN considered. Must maintain licensure.

*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:*
* Ability to communicate, understand and carry out oral and written directions effectively in English and clearly present information both orally and in writing on a level suitable for public groups.
* Ability to maintain records, prepare reports and answer questions from records.
* Ability to maintain effective working relationships and productively serve as a member of a team with employees and the public plus have the ability to deal with problems courteously and tactfully.
* Must possess professional knowledge, consistent with license or registration and demonstrate throughout employment practice equal to acceptable professional standards.
* Must have a working telephone, possess a valid Michigan driver’s license throughout employment, and have a good driving record, insurance coverage and reliable transportation.
* Must be willing to transport agency consumers, including in own personal vehicle when necessary.

*WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:*
This position may require irregular hours.
This position may require travel by personal vehicle if an agency vehicle is not available.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Occasionally- Lifting up to 25 lbs. with or without assistance, Stretching/Reaching, Exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious disease, Exposure to hazardous material, Stooping (bend at waist)
Frequently-Hand/finger dexterity, Talking in person, Talking on the telephone, Hearing in person, Hearing on the telephone, Vision for close work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,399.00 - $66,899.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person