Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) Case Manager

A Little About Us:

Potomac Community Services has been serving individuals with mental health needs in person and in community for almost 25 years! Literally meeting people where they are and working alongside them, has developed our passion for true, client led community work helping people achieve their goals and achieve sustainable independence.

About the Job:

Let's start by saying we want to hear from you! Below is an accurate description of the job for hire but with limited space, it isn't exhaustive. If you have questions about other considerations, please don't hesitate to contact us!

LEAD Case Manager schedules typically start between 8 am - 10 am and end between 5 pm - 8 pm.

The Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) Case Manager works in collaboration with the Frederick County Sheriff's Department, Frederick County Health Department, and Mobile Crisis to provide harm reduction services, peer support, and community case management with the intention to divert potential law enforcement intervention such as incarceration and further disconnection from community services. LEAD participants are adult residents of Frederick County, Maryland who are at risk for law enforcement contact due to nonviolent charges including but not limited to trespassing, nuisance reports, drug related offenses (non-distribution), mental health needs, etc. The LEAD Case Manager is compliant with programmatic, state, and federal regulations, as well as PCS policies and standards of practice.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Potomac Community Services, we embrace workplace diversity. We believe that diversity drives richer insights, fuels innovation, and creates better outcomes. We are committed to attracting and developing an engaged and inclusive workforce. Team members from diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives are crucial to the Potomac Community Services mission of influencing generations. Individuals seeking career opportunities at Potomac Community Services are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Salary:

$45,639.36 and up  (depending on work experience and education)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in human services/psychology preferred.
• Minimum 2-year experience in behavioral health working with adults or 1- year minimum if applicant has a preferred major.
• Experience in coordinating and/or delivering services to clients with history of homelessness, substance abuse, and/or mental health issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Works independently while assisting clients and collaborating with co-workers in a positive manner.
• Assesses client needs & concerns while adapting accordingly and reports pertinent details to direct supervisor.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license, dependable transportation, vehicle insurance, and 3-year clean driving record.
• Is professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written & verbal.
• Is willing to work schedule according to the needs of the agency to deliver quality service.
• Strives for excellence and is eager to obtain knowledge about the job and local resources.
• Accepts constructive feedback.
• Has technical aptitude for utilizing computers, phone applications, and online resources.
• Has a strong understanding of confidentiality under HIPAA & applies that knowledge

Audit & Quality of Care

• Responds quickly and appropriately to random chart audits.
• Is knowledgeable of the eligibility requirements and application procedures of federal, state, and local government assistance programs which are applicable to clients.
• Completes quarterly shadow visits with PM or designee as requested.
• Empowers the client to secure needed services, presenting client with options to services that may be available and best suited to their individual needs.
• Takes necessary actions to secure services on the client’s behalf.
• Encourages and facilitates the client’s decision making and choices, leading to accomplishment of the client’s goals.
• Actively provides outreach services to enable client’s wellness and recovery through managing number of cancelations.

Professionalism

• Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
• Maintain confidentiality of client, employee, and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
• Maintains enthusiastic motivation and alignment to achieve the organization’s goals.
• Completes referrals and links to community-based resources as established within the care plan.
• Maintains work balance: 65% of time to face-to-face client contact, 10% to phone contact and collaboration, and 25% to administrative duties, documentation, and meetings.
• Completes all documentation by 10am the next business day unless otherwise specified.
• Maintains an Outlook calendar of client appointments, tasks, and meetings with supported documentation for all client contact and collaboration.
• Maintains accurate client information within the electronic health record system, including but not limited to demographics and release of information forms.
• Communicates questions or concerns to program manager or designee as directed.
• Works with PCS Administrative team to keep informed of issues and challenges.
• Works together with organizations outside of PCS, maintaining a professional relationship building relationships.

Core Responsibilities

• Learns PCS Core Values and demonstrate the application of these values through all areas of work.
• Shares knowledge and resource information with coworkers and other PCS staff.
• Acts as liaison for PCS with community agencies and other local mental health agencies and providers, promoting positive and effective communication.
• Attends and participates in all scheduled monthly staff meetings.
• Comes prepared to attend all monthly caseload reviews with supervisor or designee.
• Attends and participates in all monthly clinical trainings.
• Attends and participate in monthly clinical supervision (either group or individual).
• Attends all PCS events as scheduled.
• Safeguards the confidentiality of records in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations governing confidentiality.
• Promotes PCS internally and externally in positive and professional manner.
• Utilizes PCS resources and equipment appropriately and efficiently, including but not limited to PCS laptop, phone, and vehicles.
• Maintains good working relationship with other staff members/supervisors and contributes to positive work environment.
• Maintains safe driving record and self-awareness for safety purposes.
• Maintains confidentiality of staff, clients, and PCS business practices.
• Adheres to all PCS published policies including but not limited to: Time & Attendance, (tardiness, absences) and Dress Code (including wearing company ID Badge).
• Records time using the approved payroll system, completing calendar as required, in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office and community environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines. In addition, familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and any additional programs or equipment used to execute specific tasks as required for the role.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. The ability to sit, stand, walk, and climb are a requirement for this job. An employee must possess the ability to crawl, crouch, kneel, and stoop while performing job functions. Employees are required to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds during the workday. Workers must be able to use their hands and arms for gross and fine -motor activities throughout the workday. Gross-motor activities include, but are not limited to, picking, pinching, and touching. Fine-motor activities include, but are not limited to, seizing, holding, grasping, and turning. Employees are required to be able to use fine and gross-motor skills concurrently. In addition, employees are required to work around individuals in the community where unfamiliar people are present, and movement may be restricted.

PCS Perks

Lifestyle:

• Casual Dress Code (we also provide company shirts/uniform)

Mentor Program:

• Professional Development
• On-going Training Opportunities

Benefits:

• Retirement Plan Funding
• Comprehensive Benefits
• PTO
• SSL
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Options

Workplace Culture:

• Employee Recognition Programs
• Company Contests