Behavioral Health Support Social Worker

Aroostook Home Health Services•Caribou, ME

10d

About The Position

Aroostook Home Health Services is seeking a compassionate, reliable, and motivated Part-Time Social Worker to provide services under Section 28 – Rehabilitative and Community Support Services for Children with Cognitive Impairments and Functional Limitations.. The ideal candidate will provide case management, and coordination of care to individuals and families accessing MaineCare Section 28: Rehabilitative and Community Support Services.

Requirements

Eligible to work as a Behavioral Health Professional under Section 28 guidelines
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Reliable transportation and ability to travel within service area
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW) preferred
Active LSW state licensure
Knowledge of community resources and referral processes
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must be able to travel to prospective clients' residences
Must have a car with required insurance coverage and a State driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience in behavioral health, mental health, or related field preferred
Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles
Flexible availability (after school hours preferred)
Experience working with children with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, trauma, or behavioral health challenges preferred

Responsibilities

Provide individual and/or family support services under supervision of a licensed behavioral health professional
Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed clinician
Collaborate with families, schools, and multidisciplinary providers
Complete required documentation in compliance with MaineCare Section 28 regulations
Participate in supervision and team meetings
Assist with intake assessments and client screenings
Develop and implement service plans in collaboration with clinical staff
Provide case management and coordinate community resources
Participate in team meetings and case consultations
Maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards at all times
Evaluation and assessment of the social, emotional, physical, and developmental factors related to the client's overall service needs to identify problem focused goals
Supportive casework provided for clients and their families geared towards promotion of independence in functional, living and social skills.
Acts as intermediary between clients and other community agencies in the collaboration of care.
Assists clients and their families to locate and utilize community resources to meet ongoing needs
Planning and participation in staff development activities for direct care staff working as behavioral health professionals
Prepares clinical/progress visit notes on the day of the visit and incorporates it in the clinical record weekly. Provides summaries and re-evaluations as indicated in the time frames specified.