Employment Opportunities

Family Outreach Center is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to assist part-time in the billing department.  (Potential future full-time opportunity.)

Experience and Abilities:

Successful candidate will have a high school diploma (associates or bachelors degree preferred) and a minimum of one year experience in medical billing on a database system; experience in behavioral health and Medicaid billing in a Managed Care environment (prior authorization) a plus.  Experience with HIPAA EDI transactions also a plus.  Detail oriented, self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently, good organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills.  Demonstrated technical proficiency including significant experience with Excel, Word and Outlook within in a networked environment.  Comfortable working with a diverse staff and clientele.  Experience using CMHC/MIS or Qualifacts CareLogic systems a plus.

General Duties: 

Investigate and correct both services not billed and denied claims; perform cash application data entry; provide assistance with insurance verification and prior authorization, assist with the billing process; request approval to write off uncollectible claims; perform miscellaneous data entry, maintain daily logs, and perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Schedule:

Flexible schedule within agency hours to be determined, up to 19 hours per week to start (potential to increase hours potentially to full time depending upon success with position).

Compensation:

An hourly rate will be established based on experience.

If interested please email resume to hr.@focgr.org with "AR Specialist" in the header.

Case Manager Position - Hispanic bilingual

The Family Engagement Therapy (FET) Program is a community based program serving women with substance using disorders and their families.  This is a long term service that addresses all identified needs within the family.  The case manager is supervised by the FET Coordinator and is responsible for:

• developing a comprehensive family budget
• identifying, securing, and coordinating community resorces for family
• stabilization
• gather and record research data
• reviewing and monitoring program activity
• complete any assignments given by the program coordinator

The successful candidate will:

• possess a Bachelor's degree in a social work
• possess a CADC Certified Addiction Counselor substance abuse credential or be eligible to seek credentialing
• be a team player
• have excellent people skills, able and effective in working with a diverse client population
• have reliable transportation
• excellent verbal, writing, and organizational skills
• be computer literate
• be fluent in English and Spanish
• multicultural is a plus

This is a full time position with generous benefits.

Please send or email your resume and cover letter to:

Email cover letter/resume to: hr@focgr.org with "FET CASE MANAGER" in the email header.

Project C.H.I.L.L. has an opening for a full-time licensed (or eligible for licensure) social worker with a bachelor’s degree in social work. Experience developing and providing group services to children is required.   Project C.H.I.L.L. is an after school prevention program for children between the ages of 6-17 whose parents are actively engaged in mental health treatment. The successful candidate will be responsible for marketing the program to agencies/individuals providing mental health services in Kent County. Familiarity with the Network 180 provider panel is a plus. Additionally the person will be responsible for supervising a part-time prevention specialist  as well as a BSW intern. Another responsibility will be providing transportation to and from the group sessions. A generous benefit package is provided.

If interested please email resume with “CHILL FULL TIME” in the header to hr@focgr.org

Project CHILL is an after-school and summer enrichment program for children between the ages of 6 and 12 living with a parent with a diagnosed mental illness and/or co-occurring disorder. 

The Prevention Specialist must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field, and be licensed in the State of Michigan in their field of study. Responsibilities include:  1) assessing prevention needs; 2) developing prevention plans; 3) assisting, developing, and facilitating lessons plans for prevention groups, 4) conducting home visits to program participants and their parents; 5) assisting in planning and participating in special activities, 6) ability to work independently and as a team member 7) assist in providing transportation—must possess or be eligible for a chauffer’s license. 

The Prevention Specialist will work closely with the Program Coordinator in executing the duties outlined above.  During the school year, Project CHILL has program activities Monday-Wednesday from 4-7:30pm. During the summer, the program activities are Monday-Wednesday 9am-4pm.  The position currently requires 28 hours per week. 

Compensation:

An hourly rate without medical benefits will be established based on experience. PTO (paid time off) will be based on actual hours worked. 

If interested please email resume with “CHILL PART TIME” in the header to hr@focgr.org

Family Outreach Center is seeking professionals with a Master’s / Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field with eligibility for state licensure to provide Foster Case Management Services to families placed through the Agency’s Foster Care Program.The Foster Care Case Manager provides services to children placed in Foster Care and their families to ensure protection and stabilization for the children and to assist the families in developing and completing a successful plan for reunification.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist in intake, placement and replacement of children who are referred to the Agency by the Department of Human Services (DHS) • Develop, implement, document and review behavioral goals, methodology of service delivery and objectives as listed in a Parent Agency Agreement. • Provide family and individual counseling in coordination with the service plan. • Provide crisis intervention and case management services to the child, the family and the foster parents. • Prepare all necessary reports as required by DHS and the legal system according to prescribed guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field; child welfare experience preferred. • Demonstrated competence in the issues of separation and loss as they relate to the foster care population. • Valid Michigan Driver License with clean driving record and appropriate auto insurance.

Licensing Experience and CWTI training preferred

We are always looking for someone who can add to the diversity of our team, and has the ability to work effectively with family systems, people of color and low income individuals.

Email cover letter/resume to: hr@focgr.org with "FOSTER CARE CASE MANAGER" in the email header.

EOE

Family Outreach Center has a part-time courier position available. We need someone Monday through Friday starting at 10AM for approximately 3 hours per day to pick up and deliver paperwork and files between several Grand Rapids and Wyoming locations. Must have own transportation – mileage will be reimbursed.  Successful candidate will have valid driver’s license and car insurance, be able to work independentaly and have a mature attitude.  $8.50 per hour.

Send resume to:

HR Administrator
1939 S. Division Ave
Grand Rapids, MI  49507

or email and request an application:

jalkema@focgr.org

No phone calls, please

FOC has an immediate opening for a full-time bi-lingual master’s level therapist in our Hispanic Family Engagement Program.  The program is comprised of the therapist, a bachelor’s level case manager and will also include a recovery coach. The minimum anticipated caseload is 25 women.  Members of each participant's household is also eligible for services.  The women served will have a substance abuse diagnosis and will be the custodial parent of at least one child under the age of 17.  Services are offered in the home or at other mutually agreed upon community based locations.  The position requires the knowledge of community resources including other treatment options and CAADC certification.

Family Outreach Center is looking for qualified professionals to complete initial evaluations, and provide diagnosis and treatment recommendations for individuals needing a drug and/or alcohol assessment. 

Education and Experience:

A Masters in Social Work or a related field is required with the appropriate licensure and/or certifications. The successful candidate must also be a Certified Advanced Addictions Counselor (CAADC).  Two to five years experience in conducting drug and alcohol assessments is preferred.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to work independently with good organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills.  Training and/or experience in working with low income individuals and diverse communities is desired.  The assessments will be conducted in the homes of the individuals being referred by the Department of Human Services Children's Protective Services Division and child welfare workers.  The successful candidate must be able to complete the drug and alcohol assessment in the home or community.  Knowledge of the local resources associated with treating mental health and substance using individuals is necessary.

Compensation:

Payment is on a fee for service basis at a rate of $30.00 per hour.  Each assessment is scheduled for a two hour block of time and producing a report is reimbursed at $15.00 per report.  Mileage is also paid.  The positions are part-time.  Only professionals with flexible schedules that meet the needs of the clients, as well as the demands for the service will be considered. This position has no other benefits.

**PLEASE NOTE:  Only those individuals with the appropriate education, experience, licensure and certification will be considered and scheduled for an interview. 

Please send or email your resume and cover letter to:

Sara Paxton
Family Outreach Center
1939 South Division Ave
Grand Rapids, MI 49507, EOE

spaxton@focgr.org

Social worker– Site team clinician in a school setting to provide individual and group therapy to students, and child and family focused counseling in the school and  family home. Social worker will be part of a team with the Community School Coordinator and school personnel.  MSW or equivalent degree with minimum of 2 years experience required and state licensure.   Bi-lingual - Spanish speaking ability required.  Professionals from a diverse background with experience in working with diverse populations are encouraged to apply. Reimbursed on a fee-for service basis.

If interested please email resume with “KSSN Position” in the header to hr@focgr.org

Family Outreach Center has an immediate need for fully licensed (LMSW) social workers who are English/Spanish bilingual and multi-cultural to provide mental health and substance-using disordered intervention to children and their families in homes or other locations in our community, including schools. We prefer that the individual is duly credentialed in the area of substance using disorders (CAADC). Can be full or part-time.

Send/email cover letter and resume to:

Richard Gehl
Family Outreach Center
1939 S. Division
Grand Rapids, MI  49507

hr29@focgr.org

Part-Time Family Case Management Therapist

Social Worker- To provide treatment and case management services for youth and their families in the community.  A minimum of two face to face sessions will occur each month.  Therapist will develop and implement treatment plans, and will include individual and family therapy, skills based groups, case management and referrals to community resources as needed.  Therapist will utilize the wraparound principles to deliver services.  MSW or equivalent degree required. Prior home based experience preferred. Fluency in Spanish highly preferred.  Professionals from a diverse background with experience in working with diverse populations are encouraged to apply. 

Send Cover Letter and Resume to:

Program Manager- Family Outreach Center, Inc.

255 Colrain Suite 2 SW

Wyoming, MI 49548

Or email:

kharrison@focgr.org

Family Outreach Center has an immediate opening for an individual interested in working with bi-lingual and bi-cultural women with a history of substance use and their families.  The successful candidate must be recovering themselves, and clean and sober for at least two years.  This is a peer support/mentoring position.  The candidate must be able to work effectively as part of a team, be fluent in Spanish and English, and demonstrate an ability to work successfully with women, children and families.  A broad knowledge of community resources is required.

Education

Minimum High School Diploma or GED

Experience

Minimum of two (2) years in recovery

Send Cover Letter and Resume To:    rgehl@focgr.org

or mail to:

Clinical Director c/o

Family Outreach Center, Inc.

1939 S. Division Avenue

Grand Rapids, Mi.  49507

Family Outreach Center, Inc. is looking for volunteers who can help with office tasks.  Agency volunteers will interact with a diverse clientele.  A forty hour work week will be divided among the volunteers, so various hours and some flexibility is available.  We can also accommodate predictable work schedules.

Drug test and Criminal record check required.

If you have phone, filing, basic computer skills, good people skills, and want to work with a professional office team providing important services, this is the place for you.  We will train you.

Please send a resume to the attention of Rebecca Robinson.

Family Outreach Center

Family Outreach Center is interested in identifying Master's level Social Workers to provide outpatient mental health and substance abuse services in its outpatient clinic.  The successful candidate must have experience in working with children, adolescents, adults and families.  Licensure with the State of Michigan to practice as a social worker (LMSW) or the equivalent is required.  In addition, the successful candidate must also be a current Certified Advanced Addictions Counselor (CAAC).  The program has successfully integrated its mental health and substance abuse outpatient services into a single program that has a strong emphasis on serving low income individuals and families and people of color with co-occurring disorders. The agency offers person and family centered services to addressing the wide range of issues that impact both individuals and family functioning.

Services will be provided at our main office, in the homes of clients, and/or at several new outreach sites that include schools in the greater Grand Rapids area and other social service organizations where our targeted populations are served.

The agency is most interested in hiring part-time staff at this time.

Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to: 1) assessing mental health and substance use disorders using the DSM IV diagnostic code; 2) developing and implementing clinical interventions appropriate to the identified needs of the client population; 3) recognizing the need for psychiatric services,  psychotropic medication and refering for in-house services; 4) referrals for group counseling and other supportive services ; 5) the ability to work independently with active clients; 6) the timely completion of all clinical reports; and 7) working as a member of the team. Demonstrated knowledge of mental health and substance abuse disorders in children, adolescents, adults and that are gender specific is desirable.

Bi-lingual Spanish/English preferred. Many of our outreach sites are located in schools where Spanish language is necessary to providing service.

We are always recruiting qualified candidates, and looking for someone who can add to the diversity of our team, as well as interface with family systems, people of color and low income individuals.  Some evening hours are required. Opportunities exists for facilitating educational, treatment and prevention groups. Flexible hours are available for the individual who would like to supplement their current employment or for the individual wishing to return to the work force. 

Clinic Hours: 

8:30 am - 8:00 pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Friday  

Please send or email your resume and cover letter to

hr29@focgr.org

Richard Gehl, Clinical Director
Family Outreach Center
1939 South Division Ave.
Grand Rapids, MI 49507, EOE

Salary will be on a fee for service basis for each face-to-face contact provided.