What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Case Manager position at PATH People Acting To Help, Inc.?
ABOUT PATH INC.
PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of services and supports to meet the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions.
Our Mission? To Help Individuals Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life.
WHY WORK AT PATH?
A Career with Meaning
At PATH, our team members are at the heart of what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work here — and to stay here.
In addition to the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives, we offer:
• Competitive pay
• Annual increases
• Performance and longevity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
• Generous number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• No-cost pension plan
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
• Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization
• Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment
JOB SUMMARY:
To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. Work primarily with adults with serious mental illness or emotional disorders, assisting individuals to make full use of Behavioral Health Services and natural community supports to achieve a more independent and fulfilling life. Services provided will include developing a partnership with the individual to assess needs, obtain services, and resolve crises.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services field from an accredited college/university
- One to two years experience in the behavioral health field
- Valid driver’s license and vehicle required
- Experience working with adults
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to use electronic health record required
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Develop partnerships with assigned individuals to assess needs, obtain services and resolve crises
- Assist individuals with identifying goals and defining the steps needed to achieve their goals
- Complete all assessment and planning documentation including Adult Psychosocial Assessment; Strengths Assessment; Treatment Plans and other required documentation
- Ensure all required documentation is completed in a timely, comprehensive, and legible manner and is in compliance with PATH policies and procedures
- Assist in linking individuals with their chosen services and resources in the community such as needed psychiatric and medical treatment, residential services, financial entitlements, social/recreational activities, and general social services