About us:

Central is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to providing mental health services to the community for 75 years. Our mission is to empower individuals to overcome behavioral health challenges and lead fulfilling lives. We operate outpatient programs and community based programs for all ages focused on delivering accessible and compassionate care to diverse populations.

Job Overview:

A Children’s Case Manager provides flexible, community-based services that are designed to promote the empowerment, recovery, and community integration of children with behavioral health challenges and their families. Employing a person-centered approach, the case manager assists children and their families in navigating various systems, accessing behavioral health services, and coordinating with community and natural supports outlined in their goal plan.

Schedule:

· Full-time, 37.5 hours/week with flexible scheduling to support consumers’ needs including some evening hours.

Benefits:**

• Health Care (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• No Cost Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan
• Ancillary Benefit Options
• Paid Time off (accrued starting at 27 days- vacation & sick time), 7 standard holidays plus up to 2 floating holidays- initial based on hire date- additional days added through years of service
• Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Travel Assistance Services
• Employee Discount Programs
• Recognized employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus

** Eligibility Requirements may apply

Responsibilities:

• Handle a caseload of up to 30 individuals in collaboration with the treatment team.
• Work with individuals to conduct ongoing strengths assessment and goal planning.
• Connect children and their families with community resources, assisting them in independently identifying and accessing formal and informal supports and resources.
• Complete documentation promptly and professionally to meet Central’s standards and state licensing requirements.
• Attend weekly Supervision and Team meetings.

Qualifications and Skills:

A Children’s Case Manager should meet one of the following criteria:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree with Major Coursework in sociology, social work, psychology, criminal justice, or counseling.
• Possess a high school diploma, completed with 12 semester credit hours in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, counseling, or other social sciences, along with 2 years of direct contact with mental health consumers.
• Hold a valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Clearances:

In accordance with state regulations, all prospective new employees/contractors must provide originals for photocopy of their Federal Criminal History Record (DHS FBI Background Check), PA Criminal Background Check, and PA Child Abuse Clearance before commencing the offered position.

Central Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Care Provider

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person