This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For moreinformation, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1113743Community Care Network is looking for an Allied Health Associate to joinour Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic in Rutland, Vermont!

　　Community Care Network is comprised of Rutland Mental Health Servicesand Rutland Community Programs. Our mission is to enhance the well-beingof our communities, individuals and families through responsive,innovative and collaborative human service

　　About the Role:

　　Under the direction of the CCBHC Medical Director, the Allied HealthAssociate will assist with providing high quality health care servicesto individuals receiving treatment services for substance use disorders.Services provided at clinic include medication management/assessment forsubstance use disorders and primary care screening.

　　A qualified Allied Health Associate will assist with various aspects ofthe clinic including care management, care coordination and healthpromotion. This role is part of a professional team that includes aprogram medical director, nurse, social workers, clinicians, casemanagers, and others, to ensure integrated care for adults experiencingsubstance use disorder and mental health concerns.

　　Responsibilities:

　　- Liaison between patients, treatment team and provider to ensurequality care.

　　- Rooms patients and records vital signs, history and review ofsystems.

　　- Performs medication reconciliation and obtains VPMS reports forreview with the nurse and MAT provider.

　　- Complete prior authorizations for medications, as needed.

　　- Forward refill requests to provider.

　　- Performs and obtains results of urine drug screening and breathalyzertests, as needed. Communicates results to treatment team.

　　- Phlebotomy with working knowledge of laboratory results.

　　- Administer injections.

　　- Maintain compliance at all times with clinical documentation,timelines and agency policies and procedures including meeting requiredtimeframes for documentation and service notes.

　　Qualifications:

　　- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) required.

　　- Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Medical Assistant or(equivalent) required.

　　- Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders required.

　　- CPR and First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days.

　　- Working knowledge of psychotropic and Medication Assisted Treatment(MAT) medications.

　　- Basic knowledge of methods of psychotherapy, principles, methods andprocedures for diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental illnesses,substance use disorders, behavioral and affective disorders (somefamiliarity with the DSM IV and diagnostic techniques).

　　- Ability to assess crisis situations and intervene appropriately.

　　- Exemplify a strong work ethic and operate with highest level ofintegrity in and outside of the office.

　　- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

　　- Proficiency with navigating Microsoft Word and Outlook required.

　　- Able to provide exceptional customer service skills with all clients,staff, and providers.

　　- Highly organized, attention to detail, self-starter and problemsolver; including the ability to prioritize and work under pressure.

　　- Ability to understand the need for and maintain clientconfidentiality, HIPAA standards, and 42 c.f.r. Part 2.

　　- Ability to establish partnerships and work cooperatively with a widevariety of people and organizations, independently, and as part of ateam.

　　- Must have a valid driver\'s license, reliable transportation withpersonal automobile liability insurance coverage at or above the levelsmandated by the State of Vermont.

　　- *Successful completion of a criminal history background check afterhire.

　　What\'s in it for YOU:

　　- Comprehensive Benefit Package

　　- 401(k)

　　- 401(k) matching

　　- Dental ins rance

　　- Employee assistance program

　　- Flexible schedule

　　- Flexible spending account

　　- Health insurance

　　- Health savings account

　　- Life insurance

　　- Paid time off

　　- Professional development assistance

　　- Retirement plan

　　- Tuition reimbursement

　　- Vision insurance

　　- Career Training and Development

　　CCN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.