C or Eligible) - Adults

PCHC•Hampden, ME

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a compassionate, resourceful professional who’s passionate about helping adults access the care and support they need to thrive? PCHC’s Care Management team is seeking a Social Worker/Care Manager (MHRT/C or eligible) to join our mission-driven, interdisciplinary care teams. In this role, you’ll build meaningful connections with patients, coordinate across providers, and link people to vital community resources that make a lasting impact on their health and lives. We’re looking for someone who is positive, innovative, and motivated to go above and beyond for their patients. If you have experience in social work, care coordination, or partnering with community agencies—and you’re eager to grow your skills in a supportive, team-based environment—we’d love to hear from you! This position may work in a Designated Healthcare Facility which is subject to the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for healthcare workers. If hired, you will be required to show a Certificate of Immunization, or Proof of Immunity, against: 1.) Rubeola (measles); Mumps; Rubella (German measles); Varicella; Hepatitis B; and Influenza. What’s it like to work at PCHC? Find out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyC3DFYq0zg Schedule: Full-Time, Salaried, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Schedule may have some flexibility depending on final candidate's preferences) Highlights of the position: Provides high-quality care and service to our patients by demonstrating empathy, kindness, effective communication and advocacy. Serves on an interdisciplinary team to identify and support patients in need of Care Management services, performing assessments of clinical and social status, and determining medical behavior and social needs. Typical activities include: Collaborates with providers, staff, and team members on a daily basis. Educates providers regarding the patient’s needs. Participates in collaboration of patient care by meeting with patients in-person, by phone, or by Telehealth. Coordinates and communicates with community support and social service systems for the benefit of patients and families, maintaining confidentiality of patient records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and PCHC policies. Establishes and maintains collegial relationships with community providers/contacts to expedite referrals to community resources. Liaisons and advocates with community providers to promote and support patient needs. Engages and supports patients to ensure they feel heard, respected, and involved in their care. Join PCHC's nationally recognized non-profit organization: Federally Qualified Health Center offering integrated Medical Home Model Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance Competitive compensation and generous benefits PCHC cares for the WHOLE person, offering a broad range of services, including Psychiatry & Mental Health, Dental, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Lab & X-Ray, Physical Therapy and Podiatry all within one organization.

Requirements

MHRT-C required or eligibility for MHRT-C within for Adult Care Managers
Minimum of three years direct experience in social work in a health care setting required.
At least one year of case management experience required.
Having a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and/or an appropriate length of driving experience for insurance purposes is required.
Will have up-to-date training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support issued by American heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute.
Must obtain within 2 weeks if not current at hire.

Responsibilities

Provides high-quality care and service to our patients by demonstrating empathy, kindness, effective communication and advocacy.
Serves on an interdisciplinary team to identify and support patients in need of Care Management services, performing assessments of clinical and social status, and determining medical behavior and social needs.
Collaborates with providers, staff, and team members on a daily basis.
Educates providers regarding the patient’s needs.
Participates in collaboration of patient care by meeting with patients in-person, by phone, or by Telehealth.
Coordinates and communicates with community support and social service systems for the benefit of patients and families, maintaining confidentiality of patient records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and PCHC policies.
Establishes and maintains collegial relationships with community providers/contacts to expedite referrals to community resources.
Liaisons and advocates with community providers to promote and support patient needs.
Engages and supports patients to ensure they feel heard, respected, and involved in their care.