State Care Coordinator

A Little About Us:

Potomac Community Services has been serving individuals with mental health needs in person and in community for 25 years plus! 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!

The State Care Coordinator (SCC) should have knowledge of the community resources and core competencies to effectively establish relationships in the community, build a rapport of trust with the client, facilitate substance use disorder recovery planning, negotiate conflict resolution, and engage and empower clients utilizing evidenced-based motivational interviewing strategies. The State Care Coordinator should promote continuity of care by helping clients to transition from one level of care to another, to improve recovery outcomes, and to access recovery support services and community resources available within their jurisdiction. The State Care Coordinator shall be in compliance with all state and federal regulations and adhere to all PCS policies and standards of practice maintaining the highest level of professional conduct and ethics.

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.

Our Commitment to Staff Development:

• 12-week comprehensive mentor-based training period
• Ongoing, scheduled supervisor and clinical support/ feedback sessions
• Internal job growth opportunities in leadership and diverse programming
• Both annual in-service and paid outside training opportunities
• Tuition re-imbursement and intern opportunities for related degrees

Our Intentional Culture:

• Core value focused team
• Genuinely strength-based approach (both with clients and staff)
• Fun and positive team energy through shared collaboration and activities
• Commitment to authentic opportunities for individual success
• Long term, big picture career interest in staff growth
• Outcome focused approach in helping others
• Compassionate dedication to team health and resilience

Job Type: Full-time

Hourly Salary Range: $19 - $21 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement - should be related to your role within the company
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Frederick, MD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

• Frederick, MD: In person