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Trillium Health Resources is a local governmental agency (LME/MCO) in North Carolina that manages serious mental health, substance use, and intellectual/developmental disability services. Serving in 28 counties, we help individuals and their families strengthen well-being and build foundations for a healthy life.

Join our team as we empower others to live their best lives by providing access to quality healthcare. We offer a challenging, engaging work environment where staff take home more than a paycheck. Every day, we see the results of our dedication – in the smiles of children on our accessible playgrounds and in the pride on the face of an adult cooking a meal for the first time. Working at Trillium Health Resources is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to make a direct impact on the communities we serve.

At Trillium, we know that empowering others begins with supporting and developing our team. That’s why we offer competitive benefits and work-from-home flexibility so that our employees thrive outside of the office. We’re also committed to building a diverse, inclusive culture where all employees have the potential to grow professionally and personally.

What We’re Looking For

Trillium Health Resources has a career opening for a In Reach Extender to join our In Reach team. As a member of the team, you’ll be responsible for educating members and guardians, throughout the transition process, about how to effectively navigate the physical, behavioral and social service systems for themselves and about the existence of informal/community resources available to them; and facilitates the member or guardian access to these resources. This position does require you to be a Certified Peer Support Specialist. In the In Reach Extender role, you’ll be directly involved in your community to help members live their best lives.

On a typical day, you might:

• Partner with Diversion staff, Transition Coordinators, and Next Step Rehousing Team members to facilitate transition planning and progression through the TCL process for those members who desire permanent supportive housing in the community.
• Engage members who meet criteria for TCL special needs population to provide education about permanent supportive housing, supports, services, and other community resources.
• Review member information within the care management platform and update information as needed or inform the appropriate staff when inaccuracies are found.
• May transport members in your personal vehicle, or fleet vehicle when available, to community based settings as part of development of community reintegration planning.

Employee Benefits:

Trillium knows that work/life balance is important. That’s why we offer our employees competitive benefits and flexibility that is second to none. Take a look at what we have to offer:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Health Insurance - no premium for employee coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) of 23 days, plus 10 paid holidays within first year of employment
• NC Local Government retirement pension, plus 401k with 5% employer match & immediate vesting
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer

Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Or, a parent or guardian of an individual with a behavioral health condition and has at least two years of direct experience providing care for and navigating the Medicaid delivery system on behalf of that individual (Note that a parent/guardian cannot serve as an extender for their family member).

Relevant experience is defined as experience working with individuals with mental health, substance use and/or I/DD. Experience and knowledge of peer support and experience working with individuals who are transitioning from a facility to independent living.

License/Certification: Certified Peer Support Specialist Certification

Must have a valid driver’s license

Location: This position requires you to live in Trillium's Catchment Areas.

Deadline for application: Friday, May 12, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

To be considered for employment, all candidates are required to submit an application through ADP and upload a current resume. Your resume must provide your level of education and detailed work experience, including:

• Employer Name
  • Dates of service (month & year)
  • Average number of hours worked per week
  • Essential duties of the job as related to the position you’re applying for
• Education
  • Degree type
  • Date degree was awarded
  • Institution
• Licensure/certification, if applicable

After submitting your application through our career center in ADP, your resume will be reviewed to ensure that your skills and experience meet the essential criteria for the role you have applied for.

The diversity of the communities we serve is reflected in our employees. Trillium Health Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Trillium Health Resources is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test as a condition of employment.

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