CASE MANAGER, MENTAL HEALTH

Apis Services Inc•Jenks Township, PA

13h•$0 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed. Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive. No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided. For more than 50 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support. Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program required; degree in an area of human services preferred.
At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).
Non-communicable diseases physical exam.
Valid driver's license from employee’s state of residence.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24 hour period.
Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Nice To Haves

Degree in an area of human services preferred.

Responsibilities

Completes admission and assessment documentation.
Verifies eligibility for Manage Care and Medical Assistance benefits and works closely with appropriate agencies.
Has oversight of invitations and mailings to referral sources and families.
Participates in and documents case consultations including treatment reviews, red flag meetings, and administrative reviews.
Assists in documenting court reports, psychiatric evaluations, and discharge summaries.
Maintains regular contact and communicates effectively with parents, juvenile probation officers, case workers, advocates, and members of the client’s treatment team.
Facilitates group counseling sessions in accordance with the client's individualized treatment plan.
Interacts meaningfully with clients; observes behavior and intervenes appropriately.
Assists and participates with the development and implementation of client's treatment plans.
Supports the Abraxas Philosophy, Mission Statement, and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management (SCM) and provides effective supervision to staff regarding the use of SCM.