The Impact You Can Make The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Coordinator intervenes with patients and families, in all Glens Falls Hospital settings, who have substance use disorders/needs, require assistance with eligibility determination for social programs and funding resources, and qualify for community assistance from a variety of special funds and agencies. The SUD Coordinator will work alongside the multidisciplinary team to optimize the development of a timely discharge plan that includes Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral-to-Treatment (SBIRT). The SUD Coordinator will work with the multidisciplinary team to reduce barriers, actual or perceived, to support a patient’s ability to adhere to treatment plans. The SUD Coordinator will be expected to identify and support the implementation of new efficiencies throughout the organization resulting in a referral-to- treatment process which is embedded in the delivery of care system. At the discretion of the Director, Care Continuum may be assigned to train and supervise other staff as deemed appropriate. The Glens Falls Hospital Impact Mission * * Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting. * * * * How You Will Fulfill Your Potential Responsibilities * Reviews SUD consultation requests from hospital departments and completes bedside Screening Brief Intervention Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) consultation. * Utilizes community resources to assist individuals in effective connection to age appropriate services, including children and families. * Follows progress for connection to services and reports on progress and changes for the individual. * Provides documentation regarding all interventions * Connects individuals to insurance or to a navigator as needed to access treatment. * Assists Case Managers with SUD discharge planning activities. * Participates in discharge planning activities for SUD patients in order to ensure a timely discharge and to provide appropriate linkage with post-discharge care providers. * Collaborates with physician and other members of the health care team to develop, plan, and facilitate a safe and realistic SUD discharge plan, re-evaluating every 3 days or adjusting as patient’s condition changes throughout patient’s hospitalization.* * Education/Accredited Programs * Social Work degree required (MSW or BSW) from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education * Licensed Master of Social Worker (LMSW) preferred * Must have working knowledge of mental health and substance use and community systems in New York State. * Minimum of two years working in the mental health field * Knowledgeable about the State Opioid Response Initiative* * * *Licenses/Certifications/Registrations * Maintains current licensure and/or certification with appropriate professional affiliation * Valid driver’s license* * * *Skills and Abilities * * Knowledge of substance abuse issues including features of alcohol and various drug abuse signs and symptoms, intervention strategies, awareness or associate medical concerns. * Broad clinical knowledge of psychiatric disorders and psychiatric diagnoses. * Ability to function autonomously maintaining a high level of clinical and professional accountability. * Demonstrates skill in creative problem solving, facilitation, collaboration, coordination and critical thinking. * Embraces change and continuously identifies opportunities for improvement by demonstrating a commitment to creativity and innovation. * Committed to promoting excellence in Customer Service; functions as a team player. * Computer literacy and data analysis skills are required. * Maintains professional image by demonstrating strong verbal and written communication skills. * Demonstrates ability in self-starting, self-directing and clear decision-making behaviors. * * *Communities We Serve Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. * * Salary Range The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $30.54 to $45.81 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements. * *Benefits Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be foundhere. Job: Nursing - Case Management* *Title: *Coordinator, Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Location: NY-Glens Falls Requisition ID: 240O4