Centerstone·Columbus, Indiana
Collaborate with clients and multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive transition plans for recovery. Assist clients in overcoming barriers to recovery by coordinating with community systems and providing skill-building interventions.
Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
Responsible for collaborating with the client, multi-disciplinary team, support system and referral source on transition plan. Completes assessments upon intake. Works with clients to develop skill-building techniques needed for successful transition i.e. self-advocacy, problem solving skills, goal setting, communication, negotiation, symptom management and identifying triggers to prevent relapse, and community integration. Assist clients in overcoming barriers to recovery by coordinating/facilitating communication with various community systems.
Essential duties & responsibilities
Responsible for assessing clients’ needs upon intake and working with client through completion of goals including their recovery packet.
Develops an accurate, comprehensive transition plan prior to treatment completion and shares with client, support system and referral source.
Provides individual and/or group interventions to increase recovery capital and assist with transition planning. Assists clients throughout the process of applying for transitional housing, including helping them complete application and prepare for the interview.
Transition plans are individualized but may include placement in a recovery house, connection to behavioral health care services such as group/ individual therapy, skills building, connection to recovery support groups, connection to primary care physician, and continuation of medication. Transition plans completed prior to client discharge and include the road map for recovery success once treatment is complete. Works closely with appropriate care team representative to ensure transition plans are added to the care plan and the continuing ASAM documentation.
Uses structured standardized interventions and resources for teaching to assist clients in overcoming barriers to recovery. Works within various community systems to collaborate on behalf of, and with, the client. Includes the criminal justice system, the child welfare system, hospital/medical systems, educational, etc.
Communicates client status with interdisciplinary team and referral sources including completing progress reports when necessary.
Responsible for scheduling appointments, connecting clients with resources, and communicate transition plan effectively both client as well as referral sources.
Knowledge, skills & abilities
Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
Customer service skills.
Time management skills.
Analytical skills.
Knowledge of community resources
Associate’s degree required. Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related field is preferred. Experience equivalency may be considered in place of education requirement.
Years of Experience
Two year’s professional experience working directly with youth and families in a child welfare, school, childcare, criminal justice behavioral health or related setting preferred.
Physical requirements: Task Percentage of Time/Frequency
Standing - 20%
Sitting - 80%
Squatting - occasional
Driving - occasional
Kneeling - occasional
Lifting - occasional
Bending - occasional
Time Type: Full time
$18.20--$25.50
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.
Market context
Indiana behavioral-health roles often see steady demand in schools, clinics, and community settings, especially for candidates with graduate training and an active associate-level license. These positions can be competitive because employers look for applicants who are already licensed in Indiana and are progressing toward full licensure. On this platform, the requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review details faster; a practical next step is to confirm your license status and match your graduate field to the posting before applying.
