Case Manager - RSU 25 Schools & others in Bucksport area

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.

Department: Behav Hlth Case Mgmt Program

Position is located: 62 Mechanic Street, Bucksport, ME

Work Type: Full Time / 40 Hours Per Week / 8:00am to 4:30pm

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field OR
• Bachelors in any field with 1-year Human Services Exp.
• MHRT Certification (Or eligible to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license w/access to insured vehicle
• Eligible for Sign On Bonus*

This position will work with students from RSU 25, and adults and children in greater Bucksport area.

Working within a multi-disciplinary team, provides comprehensive case management services to improve mental health, and in conjunction with the primary care provider, improve medical health to adults with serious and persistent mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbance.

• Coordinates and facilitates access to preventative and health promotion services, mental health and substance abuse disorder treatment, and care coordination services
• Meet with clients via zoom/face to face in their home or community
• Able to build therapeutic rapport and relationships with a variety of clients and adapts communication styles to fit individual client needs
• Coordinate and facilitate team meetings with client care team
• Engages in ongoing collateral contact with natural supports and other providers in support of client's treatment plan, including, but not limited to BHH Nurse Care Managers and Peer Support staff, in a regular and professional manner
• Is proficient in identifying client safety risks, including risk factors related to suicidal behavior, aggressive behavior, substance abuse and other mental health symptoms and is able to communicate risks to BHH Leadership in a timely and efficient manner
• Performs complete and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record according to system policies, including psychosocial assessments, identification of needs and resources, and development and ongoing review of individual treatment and crisis plans
• Participate in monthly group and individual supervision with a focus on education and case consultation
• Complies with standards set forth by the Department of Health and Human Services regarding BHH required Quality Measures
• Maintains a safe environment complying with Northern Light Health policies and procedures; reports and directly addresses environmental hazards and violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed
• Other duties as assigned

• Certified as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician(MHRT/C provisional or full certification), or certification eligible in a reasonable amount of time
• The applicant needs a valid vehicle operator's license in good standing. With access to a vehicle insured with at least the minimum insurance covered by state law.

• Adobe Acrobat
• Basic Life Support
• Electronic medical record software.
• Demonstrates Adaptability:
  Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one's behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.
• Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence:
  Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit.
• Develops Self and Others:
  
  Takes responsibility for engaging in professional self-development activities and programs. Strives to gain insight into their own values, strengths and weaknesses, interests and ambitions and takes action in order to enhance competencies and skills when possible. As a leader, encourages and guides employees towards growth opportunities to enhance performance and help them reach goals. Reviews and analyzes employees' strengths and weaknesses to distinguish their talents and development needs, and to ensure they are enhanced appropriately.
• Effectively Communicates:
  Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary.…