Aftercare Coordinator - Hcso

What We Offer:

• Purpose-Driven Work- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Professional Growth- Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture- Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity- Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits- Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work- Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do:

• The Aftercare Coordinator at the Hampden County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is responsible for discharge planning as it relates to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) in the community. The Aftercare Coordinator at HCSO has diverse knowledge of biopsychosocial, spiritual, emotional, and aftercare planning dimensions of substance use disorder. The Aftercare Coordinator maintains well-established community relationships to help ensure a smooth transition and continuity of care for those individuals served who are re-entering the community.

• Meets with assigned program individual served in accordance with standards set forth by HCSO (identified below):

• Pre Trial

• Within 2 business days of referral

• Within 5 days prior to Court Date

• Within 5 days after Court Date

• Otherwise, every 30 days

• Sentenced

• Within 5 days from referral

• Every 30 days

• Once 60 days to potential release, every 2 weeks

• Within 5 days Prior to Release

• Section 35 Civil Commitments

• Within 5 days from referral

• Every 2 weeks

• Responsible for accurate and timely entry of session content into all appropriate HCSO data systems.

• Informs program individuals served how to contact staff should they be released prior to formal admission to a community clinic.

• Obtains appropriate release(s) of information to facilitate the process of ensuring continuity of care in the community.

• Meets with the individual served within 2 business days of referral to connect the individual served with general outpatient services in the community, as well as MOUD community information (applicable for individuals who qualify for and request Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) but will be released before they are able to be enrolled).

• Arranges for the individual served to be enrolled in a community-based OTP/OBAT of their preference to ensure that the treatment started will continue or facilitate the return of individual served to their previous OTP or community provider (applicable for planned discharges to the community).

Who You Are:

• High School Diploma or GED plus 2-3 years' relevant experience in an SUD or related co-occurring position required or Associate's Degree in related field with1-2years' experience, or Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification or Recovery Coach Certification additional plus.
• 2 years' experience helping to obtain resources and/or navigate systems to individuals with SUD and behavioral health problems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Must meet contractor criteria required by HCSO that may include extensive background investigation, drug testing, and medical clearance.
• Must attend and successfully completes HCSO onsite orientation.
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle for all working hours, and valid automobile insurance required.

PAY: $23.50 - $25.00 (depending upon experience)

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values-Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork-guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you're ready to bring your skills and experience to a mission-driven organization where your work can make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

How do I apply?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "Apply for Job" below or visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on "Browse All Jobs" to apply! You can also email your resume to Elisa Auker at elisa.auker@bhninc.org.

BHN is committed to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.