On-Call Care Coordinator

Northwest Regional Council (NWRC) is a multipurpose human services agency that relies on high performing employees to provide the best possible community-based supports for a variety of individuals. We are seeking applicants for our On-Call Care Coordinator position.

The role of Care Coordinator provides both intensive care coordination and comprehensive case management utilizing health screening/assessment tools, health education, and evidence-based practices to help clients establish health action plans. The Care Coordinator assists our highest-need clients, providing ongoing support to aid them in achieving established health and recovery goals.

On-Call status indicates this is a non-exempt, on-call, hourly position created specifically to address caseloads left open due to staff vacancies or other absences. The On-call position has fluctuating hours of fewer than 70 hours per month and is not eligible for our standard benefits package. Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and accrual of sick leave on a pro-rated basis are available.

JOIN US: NWRC’s values are centered on the concepts of respect, inclusiveness, and striving to foster a healthy work environment for all employees. With these values in mind, we will do our part to support and further diversity, equity, and inclusion not only in our workplace, but in our communities. Toward this goal, we invite candidates from diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply and help shape the future of NWRC. NWRC will make reasonable accommodation upon request for those individuals with disabilities.

TO APPLY: Obtain required application materials from http://www.nwrcwa.org/employment/ or by contacting Human Resources at (360) 676-6749. Please submit all application materials, a cover letter and resume to Careers@NWRCWA.org, or by visiting our offices.

TYPE OF POSITION: On-Call, permanent, non-exempt

LOCATION: Bellingham (Whatcom County)

CLOSES: Open until filled

10-STEP PAY RANGE: $29.28 - $38.20 hourly

QUALIFICATIONS:

An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the skills, knowledge, and ability to perform the work may be considered.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in behavioral or health sciences, or related field, and two years of experience providing direct human services to clients, preferably in a community setting OR

Master’s Degree in behavioral or health sciences, or related field, and one year of experience providing direct human services to clients, preferably in a community setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to assess client health and functional status, understand and develop appropriate recovery plans and make clear and concise recommendations;

Demonstrated advocacy skills and sensitivity to the needs and values of diverse groups;

Knowledge of the local providers, services and resources, as well as the formal and informal support networks available in the service area a plus;

Skill and/or fluency in speaking Spanish or Russian a plus.

Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements:

Must have a valid Washington State driver's license, a vehicle available for work-related travel, and appropriate liability insurance.

New employees are required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

SELECTION PROCESS: After reviewing the applications, the NWRC will contact the most qualified candidates to participate in a selection process consisting of job-related selection exercises. NWRC will make reasonable accommodation upon request for those individuals with disabilities.

NWRC is an equal opportunity employer.