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The specialist provides case management services to behavioral health consumers, including implementing service plans and linking individuals to necessary social and medical supports. They also maintain accurate clinical records, monitor consumer progress, and respond to emergency situations as needed.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in social work or a related mental health field from an accredited institution. Additionally, applicants must successfully obtain criminal history, child abuse, and FBI fingerprint clearances.
Career Advancement SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL CARE, INC.
Full-Time
Charleroi and/or
Uniontown,
PA
Location
Overall
Function: Primary responsibilities will be to provide case management services to assigned behavioral health consumers which may include cooperation with formal and informal supports.
Essential
Functions: Assists consumer with the implementation of Consumer’s Strengths Assessment Scale and Service Plan, and continually updates the CSAS. Maintains accurate and detailed clinical records of assigned caseload, observes progress and links consumers to services. Advises supervisory/clinical staff of significant changes in consumer's behavior, issues and/or incidents, and responds appropriately to emergency situations, when necessary. Provides service advocacy to consumers and their family and makes referrals to appropriate social and medical service programs. Serves as a member of the BCM on call system. Assists all consumers in coordinating appointments to health and social services appointments, and links the consumers with basic needs for food, shelter, etc. Other duties as required. Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in social work or MH related field from an accredited college or university; any relevant combination of skills, experience and training maybe considered at the discretion of the agency. Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance. Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program. Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during an interview to make proper recommendations. Demonstrated knowledge of mental health programs and available social services.
Available
Benefits: Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees. Retirement plan with potential for agency match. Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities. Career advancement opportunities. Generous time off for eligible employees. Be an SPHS Hero! EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
