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Sweetser lists this Targeted Case Manager - Adult opportunity in saco, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Targeted Case Manager - Adult
nJob Code:13414
nLocation:Saco 04072
nDepartment:Adult Case Mgmt Services
nFT/PT Status:Full Time
nSummary:
n$5,000 Sign-On Bonus!
nHourly Rate: $22.00 - $24.00 dependent upon experience
nThe Targeted Case Manager may function at the initial entry point of the care continuum within the Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) by providing outreach, case management, and information about the health care system in general and at care transition points between health care agencies (i.e. emergency department/inpatient unit to community services). Ongoing care includes providing health education/health promotion in partnership with other members of the Interdisciplinary Team. Integrated behavioral health care is the systematic coordination of physical and behavioral health care.
nSweetser has been voted the #1 Mental Health Nonprofit in Sanford/Springvale by the Best of Surveys!
nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
nnnConduct assessments of participants with their guardian and/or natural supports for physical health, mental health, and social service needs.
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nnProvide information on the importance, availability and appropriate use of primary and emergency care. Assist in the exploration of less restrictive alternatives to hospitalization.
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nnAssist the integrated team with the coordination and monitoring to ensure that the Individual Treatment Plan (ITP) is effectively implemented and adequately addresses the needs of the person.
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nnDetermine appropriate level of care using evidenced based screening tools.
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nnProvides primary care coordination activities as a part of the CCBHC monitoring and follow-up, including adapting supports, treatment plans, crisis plans, and/or Psychiatric Advance Directives as needed to respond to changes in the needs and preferences of individuals being served.
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nnRefer participants to other services and resources including, but not limited to, other behavioral health and/or medical services, housing, food, clothing and other basic needs.
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nnBe available to provide in person coverage and supports to the CCBHC walk-in center.
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nnParticipate in the development of a wellness plan for self-management of chronic conditions and for coordinating services, provide assistance to Integrated Behavioral Health patients to help them achieve their wellness goals through a variety of activities such as accompanying them to appointments or supporting them in these activities as needed.
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nnAssist in obtaining or maintaining health insurance, assist them in applying for health insurance through application assistance and follow-up to ensure they obtain any insurance for which they qualify.
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nnAssist in determining whether participants have or are eligible for housing, assist them in applying for housing through applications, available resources, and assist in the follow-up to ensure they qualify.
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nnParticipate in crisis intervention, resolution and follow-up services.
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nnProficient in electronic health records (EHR). Document services by entering participant data into (EHR), complying with all organization, state, and federal documentation requirements.
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nnFacilitate active and timely communication among the members of the CCBHC team.
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nnFacilitate transportation to and from medical appointments and other community integration activities as needed.
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n nEDUCATION:
nnnSuccessfully complete an orientation and training program in wellness case management/advocacy that includes support for assisting patients with making life changes to help them self-manage and/or improve their chronic condition(s).
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nnBachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in Human Services in psychology, mental health and human services, behavioral health, behavioral sciences, social work, human development, special education, counseling, rehabilitation, sociology, nursing or closely related field, preferred, but not required.
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n nCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
nnnMaintain a valid state driver's license.
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nnMHRTc Certified or eligible.
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n nEXPERIENCE:
nnnExperience working in or with a primary care clinic with medical staff strongly encouraged.
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nnPersons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply.
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n nKNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
nnnKnowledge in some or all of the following areas: Child development, family systems, special education, mental health, developmental delays, juvenile justice system.
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nnSkills in being well organized, able to independently prioritize workload, and having excellent interpersonal skills.
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n nComprehensiveBenefits Package Includes:
nnnMedical/dental/vision insurance and HSA/FSA optionswith generous employer contributions
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nnEmployer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
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nnEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees andhousehold members
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nn403(b) retirement plan with employer match
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nnGenerous paid time off, paid holidays, and float day
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nnPaid Family and Medical Leave
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nnEmployee discount program
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nnMilage reimbursement, applicable incentive anddifferential pay programs
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nnEligibility for annual increases and referral bonuses
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nnTuition reimbursement and educational partnershipdiscounts
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nn30% tuition discount for UNE's Online GraduatePrograms
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nnPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
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nnFree professional development and trainingopportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute
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Worksite address
saco, ME, 04072, US
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