Children's Behavioral Health Case Manager

Merakey • New Castle, DE

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About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Case Manager for its Children's Behavioral Health Program, serving clients in New Castle County, Delaware. The role coordinates resources and information to address client needs and documents resource coordination. It includes coordinating referrals and discharge planning with families so that plans reflect their choices for service providers and community resources.

The Case Manager monitors record keeping, compliance, authorized units, client chart completeness, and safety documentation. The position ensures case documentation meets Merakey, county MHDS/CASSP, OMHSAS, and other licensing, regulatory, and payor standards. Case sessions are primarily conducted in the community, such as clients’ homes and schools, though case management may also take place in an office. Evening or weekend work may sometimes be needed, and the position may require on-call coverage. The advertised pay is $20.67 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children or adolescents.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Able to work Monday through Friday and participate in an on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resources and information pertinent to client needs.
• Document coordination of resources effectively and efficiently.
• Coordinate referrals and client-specific discharge planning, ensuring families actively participate and plans reflect their choices for service providers and community resources.
• Monitor record keeping, compliance, and remaining authorized units; keep client charts up to date and ensure required documentation is included.
• Document significant incidents within 24 hours when needed, including incident reports.
• Monitor and assess safety documentation.
• Complete case documentation in compliance with Merakey, county MHDS/CASSP, OMHSAS, and other licensing, regulatory, and payor standards.
• Conduct case sessions primarily in community settings such as client homes and schools; provide case management in an office or community setting as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• DailyPay access to pay.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level