Care Specialist

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of those in our community! Genesee Health System (GHS) is looking for energetic and caring people to join our dynamic clinical team. We value our staff and think they deserve the best! Medical, vision and dental benefits available at no premium for our staff and their dependents. We also provide an annually loaded HSA of up to $2,500, a 5% match towards your retirement, generous paid time off (19 ½ days per year) AND 13 paid holidays. General Statement: Under the direction of the Supervisor/Manager or designee, functions as a member of a team providing professional services in accordance with the needs of the Intake/Access department in assisting individuals in navigating the behavioral and physical health systems in the Genesee Health System (GHS) Provider Network as well as the larger community. May be assigned to assist in a similar role in other GHS departments as needed. Minimum Requirements: Educational Requirements License Requirements Year(s) of Experience Board Examination Bachelor’s in Social Work Michigan Bachelor’s Level Social Worker (LBSW) credential. one (1) year of experience in Mental Health. Bachelor’s in Social Work Will consider a candidate with a Limited License as a Bachelors Level (LLBSW) credential. one (1) year of experience in Mental Health. The employee with a Limited License must take and pass the ASWB Examination within six (6) years in accordance with the State of Michigan requirements to retain employment. Note: GHS will follow all state of Michigan requirements. If the requirements change, the job description will be updated to reflect such changes. All licensed clinical staff must maintain licensure as a condition of employment.” Bachelor’s degree in human service field (defined as Counseling/Guidance or Psychology) Michigan Bachelor Level Social Worker (LBSW) credential. one (1) year experience in Mental Health. Associates in Nursing License as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Michigan. one (1) year experience in Mental Health. Additional Requirements: Successful completion of MI Bridges navigation training to be completed within three months of hire. Preferences: Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) Experience working in a PIHP Access Center Essential Physical Demands: Vision – Position requires the ability to visually assess details at both near and far distances, as well as to perceive depth and spatial relationships with or without reasonable accommodations. Hearing – Position requires the ability to receive and respond to verbal communication with or without reasonable accommodations. Lifting, Standing, and Walking With or Without Reasonable Accommodations:Position requires the ability to lift up to 35lbs on an occasional basisPosition requires the ability to regularly stand for extended periods of time Position requires the ability to walk at a minimum of 35% up to a maximum of 65% Position will require the ability to occasionally stoop, bend, or reach to perform work tasks with or without reasonable accommodation Position must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, including the use of hands and fingers for handling, grasping, typing, writing, or operating equipment with or without reasonable accommodation. Veterans must submit Form DD214 to determine eligibility for Veterans’ Preference Interested applicants must clearly show they meet the minimum qualifications BARGAINING UNIT: TEAMSTERS FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT Monday-Friday 8am-5pm