JOB REQUIREMENTS: To apply for this position, scroll down to the bottomof this page and click the button that reads: \"APPLY NOW\" ReturningApplicant? Wisconsin Community Services is an ). Case Worker III (OARS -Forensic Specialist) For Kenosha & Walworth Counties JobCode:2022-BHS-018 Location:Kenosha Department:Opening Avenues Re-entrySuccess FT/PT Status:Full Time Job Responsibilities: Join a Great Team!We are an innovative program providing release planning and intensivecase management services to individuals returning from incarceration tothe community.Working in collaboration with DHS and DOC our goal is toenhance community safety, reduce recidivism, and improve participants\'quality of life.We are seeking people with the following qualities:Compassionate; self-directed; a team player who also works wellindependently; detail oriented; open to learning and new experiences;creativity; a sense of humor. Our hours are Monday through Friday,8:30am-4:30pm, with occasional flexibility desired to meet client needs.Interested in gaining experience in the mental health field?Looking fora position that is dynamic and challenging that also provides manageablecaseloads and an emphasis on work/life balance? Working as a casemanager in the OARS program offers many unique opportunities andbenefits: Our case managers serve adults who have serious and persistentmental illness. Your work will make a significant impact to those whoare often overlooked and underserved. WCS is a qualifying nonprofitagency under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Our culture isteam-oriented, and one of support and dedication to each other.Opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in mental health care, casemanagement, and the criminal justice system. Job Responsibilities:Position Summary: Provide ongoing service coordination, monitoring,treatment planning and advocacy to residents of Kenosha and WalworthCounties who are participating in the OARS Program (Opening Avenues forRe-entry Success) and Outpatient Competency Restoration program (OCRP).Essential Functions: Coordinate, plan and ensure follow through withcommunity treatment for individuals participating in the OARS and/orOCRP Programs. Engage and develop a supportive one to one therapeuticrelationship with each client. Incorporate evidence based practices intothe provision of services including but not limited to MotivationalInterviewing, Trauma Informed Care and Person Centered Planning. UtilizeMotivational Interviewing (MI) skills as a primary approach to enhanceclient participation and success. Develop and practice MI skills throughtraining, coaching, and client contact to attain basic fidelity within12 months/advanced fidelity within 24 months of employment as outlinedin the program contract. Participate in MI coaching sessions andcomplete required surveys (MI Self-Assessment... For full info followapplication link. Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disability/Vet)***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:ipc.us/t/09FE20D550CF4761