Blended Case Manager at Glade Run Lutheran Services in New Castle, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

*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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 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 be a registered nurse; OR 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 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.

^Mental health direct care experience is working directly with mental health service consumers (adults, children or adolescents) providing services involving casework or case management, individual or group therapy, crisis intervention, early intervention, vocational training, residential care, or social rehabilitation in a mental health facility or in a facility or program that is publicly funded to provide services to mental health consumers or in a nursing home, a juvenile justice agency, or a children and adolescent service agency.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.


2. Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable automobile.


3. Ability to adapt hours to needs of position. May need to work evenings and/or weekends hours periodically including providing on-call emergency services on a rotating basis.


4. Access to a telephone.


5. Ability to remain organized despite pressured situations.


6. Must be eligible for PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Clearance, Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form, and Act 168 Forms.


7. Must be able to identify with the agency’s Mission Statement and support the agency’s Core Values.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• 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 AREAS:

• Familiarity with Psychological and Psychiatric Reports


• Community Mental Health Services


• Accessing Community Resources


• Mental Heath Diagnosis and Issues


• Drug and Alcohol Issues


• Child Protective Services Law


• Public Welfare System

Job Location

Lawrence County, PA

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular

Who We Are: Founded in 1854 by the Rev. Dr. William Passavant in Zelienople, Pennsylvania, Glade Run has evolved over the years to meet the changing and increasingly challenging needs of children, adults and families throughout Western Pennsylvania and beyond. With a focus on education, mental health, autism, and unique therapeutic offerings, Glade Run has a long tradition of linking faith and service. Last year, Glade Run served over 7,000 individuals with impactful, innovative services in school, home, and community settings. Equal Opportunity Employer

What We Offer
(Must meet eligibility requirements- see policies/plan documents for complete requirements and eligibility)

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid sick time and 401K offerings with agency match


• Agency provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage


• Paid mileage for traveling between client sites and offices


• Paid training and administrative time


• Tuition reimbursement


• New Hire Incentive Bonuses


• Employee Referral Bonus Incentives


• Employee Assistance Program


• Approved Agency for Public Student Loan Forgiveness


• Partnership with Capella University offering scholarships, tuition discounts, and free professional development opportunities


• Glade Run is Sanctuary certified – we provide a supportive, respectful environment for our clients and our staff where shared governance, open communication, social learning and responsibility, non-violence, emotional intelligence, and growth and change are paramount in all aspects of our programming

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