Young Adult Mental Health Case Manager (Bucks County)

Access Services•Warminster, PA

16h•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Access Services is hiring a Young Adult Mental Health Case Manager for their Transition to Independence Process (TIP) program, serving young adults aged 16-26 across Bucks County, with an office in Warminster, PA. The TIP program utilizes an evidence-based, strength-based, person-centered, and youth-driven model to support young adults in achieving their future goals. The role involves providing in-the-moment coaching, facilitating problem-solving, and empowering individuals to develop life skills and connect with resources for independence. This is not traditional case management; it's a supportive approach focused on the young adult's vision for success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or a related human services field (required).
Willingness and ability to travel and transporting youth throughout the community (required).
Strong communication, organization, and creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to work both independently and as a part of a collaborative, strengths-focused team.
Knowledge of various mental health diagnoses & disabilities.
High emotional intelligence and self-awareness of your impact on others.
Ability to utilize engagement strategies to support youth and young adults with diverse mental health diagnoses, developmental needs, and varying abilities, including individuals with Level 1 and 2 Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Ability to create and implement group event ideas for youth ranging from simple to complex and implement them (recreational, skill building, and community or peer connection).
Maintain regular and predictable attendance, and work scheduled overtime, or be available for unplanned overtime as necessary, to meet program needs.
A valid US driver’s license for at least two years, not including time with permit.
No serious traffic convictions within the past three years. (Serious convictions include, but are not limited to, DUI, reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, or three or more traffic violations and/or at-fault accidents within that period).
Access to a reliable vehicle during work hours. Vehicle must have valid registration and inspection stickers.
Valid auto insurance. You will be asked to provide proof that you are a covered driver on the policy.
Work in program sites and the community routinely providing direct care and/or support with individual(s).
Stand, sit or run by self, or to provide proper care and supervision with an individual.
Able to move and stay with an individual to keep them safe, both in home environment and community, both at near and far distances, even when an individual may struggle to meet identified expectations.
Able to assist an individual who has fallen, regardless of weight or size.
Walk, climb stairs by self, or to provide direct care and/or support.
Work in a standard office environment and utilize desktop computer equipment on a daily basis.
Able to lift or move items associated with sedentary work and light work (exert up to 20 lbs.)

Nice To Haves

Work or internship experience within mental health and community based human services is preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver community-based services daily by driving to and meeting with young adults in their homes and community locations across Bucks County.
Engage youth using the TIP Model to build overall independence across five key domains: Education; Employment & Career; Living Situation; Community Life Functioning; Personal Effectiveness & Wellbeing.
Build authentic, trusting relationships.
Support young people in creating and following their Futures Plan – a personalized roadmap of goals.
Attend and advocate alongside of young adults in multi-system meetings and collaborate with families, schools, employers, and community partners.
Plan and participate in group events that promote connection, life skills, and fun.
Complete documentation and meet billable hour requirements in alignment with program and regulatory standards.
Participate in case management reviews, on-call rotation, and weekly team meetings.
Represent the TIP Program through outreach and community engagement efforts.