Skill Builder 7367

Meridian Health Services • Muncie, IN

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About The Position

Meridian Health Services is seeking a full-time, day-shift Skill Builder I for its Adult Services program in Delaware County, Indiana. The position provides skills and development training to patients and/or families to help them achieve developmental milestones and reduce psychosocial barriers. The Skill Builder provides case management in coordination with the clinical team and works with patients day to day, using professional judgment and discretion to implement the team-determined treatment plan.

The role includes assisting the Therapist with individual treatment plans, providing individual and group skills training, coordinating integrated care with therapists and medical staff, completing CANS/ANSA reassessments, and maintaining clinical records and other required documentation. The Skill Builder also collaborates with staff at other agencies and institutions and serves as a liaison between patients and those organizations.

Employment requires a drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting. Meridian recommends that employees receive flu and COVID vaccinations and follows COVID-related protocols, including mask wearing, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus at least 2 years of paid behavioral healthcare experience or equivalent college coursework toward a human services or health-related degree.
• Valid driver's license with a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy.
• Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.
• Commitment to providing individual attention to help clients achieve mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Completion of a drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Meridian recommends a flu shot and COVID vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Therapist in developing, implementing, and revising individual treatment plans; ensure services match the plan and monitor progress toward treatment goals.
• Provide individual and group skills training for adults and/or families in areas such as self-care, daily life management, interpersonal communication, parenting, illness management, anger management, coping, and problem solving.
• Provide individual and group skills training for children and/or families in areas such as coping with body image changes and hormonal mood swings, self-care, daily life management, communication, illness management, anger management, coping, and problem solving.
• Provide case management services identified in the patient's treatment plan.
• Work with the Therapist and medical staff to coordinate integrated care, identify health issues, support treatment compliance, and facilitate effective communication between patients and medical providers.
• Complete CANS/ANSA reassessments.
• Consult with staff on specific cases involving coordination of care.
• Maintain positive working relationships with staff at other agencies and institutions, homes, and facilities, and act as a liaison between patients and agencies or institutions.
• Prepare and maintain clinical records, reports, forms, and other required administrative documentation.
• Participate in continuing education and remain knowledgeable in areas of expertise.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Merit-based compensation plan
• Voluntary benefits, including critical illness and short-term disability
• Generous paid time off plan
• Wellness plan
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED