Blended Case Manager Job Butler area,Pennsylvania USA,Social Work

Blended Case Manager

Salary Range $21.44 - $22.19 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Category Nonprofit
- Social Services

Work for a company that cares and receive a bonus! Blended Case Managers may be eligible for a $1500 new hire incentive bonus if hired and meet all qualifications.

Position Summary
- Blended Case Manager:
Enjoy helping others while working a flexible schedule, receiving great benefits, compensation for mileage, and being a part of a supportive working environment? Then this is the position for you! The Blended Case Manager provides case management services to adults and children who suffer from a serious mental illness or emotional disturbance. An assigned case manager works with the consumer and families to access, link, coordinate and monitor needed services as well as to provide support and advocacy to assist consumers in maintaining in their home or community.

The person that fills this position will need to be comfortable working flexible hours and willing to travel throughout Butler county. Services are delivered to our clients in their homes, schools/educational settings, and/or within the community. The average caseload for this position is approximately 30 clients.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND

EXPERIENCE:

1. Must meet one of the qualifications (a, b, c or d):

a) Bachelor's Degree with major course work in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, other related social sciences, criminal justice, theology, nursing, counseling or education; OR b) be a registered nurse; OR c) a high school diploma and 12 semester credit hours in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology or other social science and 2 years' experience in direct contact with mental health consumers;

OR d) a high school diploma and 5 years of mental health direct care experience in public or private human services with employment as a case management staff person prior to April 1, 1989^.

2. One to three years working with children and/or adults in mental health setting recommended. 3. One to three years case management experience recommended.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THIS POSITION

Obtain and complete the service history information, initial assessment material, encounter forms, service documents, and the individualized service plan in a timely and accurate manner.

Assist consumers with accessing appropriate community services, living in the least restrictive setting, obtaining basic necessities, and conducting activities of daily living.

Provide on-call services as assigned and develop crisis plans for assigned consumers.

Ensure the supervisor is informed regarding consumers, as well as accepting and utilizing routine supervision.

Develop and maintain professional relationships in the community and with other office staff.

Provide services at the level indicated by the consumer's individualized service plan and outlined by the pertinent regulations.

Complete discharge documentation in a timely and accurate manner

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of community mental health services, including publicly funded behavioral health systems, service delivery models across levels of care, referral and intake processes, and coordination with county, state, and community-based providers to support individuals and families with complex needs.
Knowledge of community resources and supports, including housing, income supports, food assistance, transportation, and social services, and the ability to effectively link individuals and families to appropriate services.
Knowledge of Pennsylvania public welfare systems, including Medical Assistance (Medicaid), Behavioral Health Choices, county-administered human services, and the role of managed care organizations.
Understanding of mental health diagnoses, co-occurring disorders, and trauma-informed care principles, including familiarity with psychological and psychiatric evaluations, treatment recommendations, and service planning.
Knowledge of substance use disorders, recovery supports, and harm reduction principles, including how substance use impacts treatment planning and service coordination.
Knowledge of Pennsylvania mental health laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Mental Health Procedures Act (MHPA), child protective services requirements, and mandated reporter obligations under Pennsylvania law.
Skill in navigating complex systems and advocating for individuals and families within public systems while maintaining compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
Ability to interpret clinical documentation, assessments, and reports and translate recommendations into practical, coordinated service plans.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with individuals, families, providers, schools, counties, and multidisciplinary teams.
Strong documentation skills and the ability to navigate an EMR.

REQUIREMENTS

Must possess excellent verbal and written communication…