Description

Berks Counseling Center is a recovery-oriented behavioral health, physical health, and supportive services organization providing a holistic approach to a culturally and economically diverse population for the purpose of achieving a healthy and productive lifestyle.

As a Case Manager, you will provide case management services to individuals and families with a drug, alcohol and/or mental health disability residing in Berks Counseling Center’s various housing programs. This may involve transitional, permanent supportive, or mental health jail diversion.

You will also…

• Complete a comprehensive assessment of clients’ skills, strengths, and needs
• Complete new client intakes and review of client’s rights and consent forms.
• Work cooperatively with clients to develop a unique service plan based on each client’s skills, strengths, and needs.
• Encourage, support, and assist clients in meeting support plan goals.
• Assist clients in locating resources and provide referrals to those resources.
• Assist clients in overcoming barriers to follow through with services such as needs for childcare or transportation 

Requirements

To qualify for the position, you will need…

• Either a bachelor’s degree in the social services field
• Or a minimum of six (6) years of combination of education and experience beyond a high school diploma or GED. 
• A valid PA Driver’s License and the ability to drive, travel, and provide community-oriented services.
• A willingness to work with integrated team members.
• To be able to work 7:30am – 4:00pm; some flexibility may be required to accommodate for client availability.

Physical requirements …

• SEEING: Must be able to see well enough to read reports and use computer.
• HEARING: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate to clients, vendors, and coworkers.
• MOBILITY: Must have mobility to move about the agency. Must have mobility to move about the community.
• LIFTING/PULLING/PUSHING: Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds.
• OTHER: Must be able to write, type, and use technology.

Preferred candidates will …

• Have experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders preferred. 
• Be bilingual - able to effectively communicate verbally, orally, or in writing in English and Spanish. 
• Have knowledge of the 12 Step Program and Community Resources a plus. 
• Have knowledge of or experience with trauma-informed approaches preferred.

By joining BCC full-time, you can receive the following perks:

• Salary comparable to experience/education
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Free Virtual Urgent Care (Telemedicine) and Virtual Mental Health Services for you and your family
• Additional voluntary insurance options
• 403(b) with agency match after 12 months of service
• 15 days of Paid time off
• 2 floating holidays per calendar year
• 10 full paid holidays per calendar year
• Free parking
• Tuition Reimbursement or Student Loan Assistance 
• Paid Licenses and Certifications, if they are relevant to BCC and the work you do
• Free supervision for licensure and certifications

All offers of employment are contingent upon the following: 

• Receipt of results of a satisfactory drug and alcohol screening test. 
• Receipt of the originals of the following background checks: PA State Police Criminal History, PA State Child Abuse, and DPW FBI Criminal History. These clearances must be valid within the 60 months prior to employment. A conviction is not a bar to employment; however, a review will be conducted to make a determination of employment should a conviction be present.
• Receipt of original documentation and verification of relevant degrees, diplomas, certificates, or licensure.
• Confirmation that you are not on the OIG Federal Healthcare Program Exclusion from Participation list. Should you appear on this list, Berks Counseling Center is prohibited from employing you.
• This position may require you to operate BCC’s company car or transport clients, so you must provide a 10-Year Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and a valid Driver’s License

CONTACT INFO

• Please complete application online by clicking Apply. 
• You can find all our listings by visiting: www.bit.ly/BCCJOBS 
• Be sure you’re using an updated browser and your resume is in PDF or Word format before uploading.
• Visit our website for more information: www.berkscounselingcenter.org 
• If you are unable to complete the application online, please reach out to HR@berkscc.org to receive assistance.
• With one application, we can consider you for multiple positions.