CARE COORDINATOR. - Pueblo West

Job Details: Job Location: Circle- 355 E Spaulding, Pueblo West - Pueblo West, CO, Salary Range: $20.25 - $20.25Hourly, Are you looking to find personal and professional fulfillment? At Crossroads Turning Points, our employees have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people facing substance misuse and mental health challenges build a healthy lifestyle for their long-term recovery. Our dedicated team provides personalized care to ensure an environment that allows healing for anyone who walks through our doors. We are searching for a dynamic individual to become the CARE COORDINATOR for the unit. This position provides care coordination for the patients in the program. All applicants must undergo pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana, as well as background checks. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Responsible for the development of care planning and patient needs assessments. Facilitates life skills groups by the CTP policies and procedures. Acts as liaison, establishing networks and collaboration with hospitals, community health centers, and state and human service agencies about patient services and needs. Document admissions, care management needs, discharge, and discharge planning. Administer case management assessments to identify patient needs and ensure the Addiction Severity Index (ASI) is completed at intake. Organize a schedule of patient bed dates, transitioning levels of care, and consistent communication with the Medicaid Placement Coordinators. Assists treatment team with patient intake, transfer, and discharge assessments. Collaborating with the facility treatment team (medical, psychiatric, and SUD) to identify patients’ needs. From available resources, assist patients in meeting their basic needs (i.e., clothing, medical, judicial, religious, etc.). Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS: Education: An associate or bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health-related field is preferred. Obtain the Certificate of Addiction Technician (CAT) certification within 18 months of your hire date. Obtain case management certification within 90 days of hire. Experience: Minimum of two years of experience working in substance misuse and mental health. Other: Must have a good understanding of substance use, mental health, and treatment delivery systems. Advanced computer skills are required. CPR and First-Aid certification (the agency pays for initial training and renewals). Must be able to take vital signs, recognize possible medical problems, and refer to the medical staff when necessary. Valid driver's license and good driving record (must provide a current unofficial DMV driving record upon hire). Able to communicate effectively in a multidimensional treatment program, including medical, psychiatric, and substance use related. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The position is in a residential setting. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent package of benefits: Medical (up to 70% paid by employer). Dental & Vision Insurance. Eight (8) Paid Holidays. Two (2) Paid Administrative Holidays. Career Advancement. 401K with employer match up to 5%. There are many other benefits. Apply online at www.crossroadstp.org under the employment tab. Join a leader in the behavioral health field with over 45 years of experience! Closing Date: November 24, 2026, or open until filled. Rate: $20.25 per hour EOE/M/F/D/V/SO