Employment Type : Full-Time
Merakey is seeking a Blended Case Manager (Residential setting) to join our Behavioral Health team, in Philadelphia County, PA. POSITION OVERVIEW The Blended Case Manager performs diversified case management duties for a complex caseload consisting if clients with multiple diagnosis and psycho-social problems including criminal charges. These duties include assessments, group and individual treatment, discharge planning and related duties. The Blended Case Manager provides testimony to the courts as required, communicates with jail mental health staff regarding concerns about or special needs of defendants, and arranges for placement of committed individuals. The Blended Case Manager consults with judges, attorneys, and probation officers regarding mental health issues and the disposition of mentally ill defendants. The Blended Case Manager coordinates with Crisis Services when acute care is needed, coordinates with community providers regarding referrals for services for forensic clients, and provides training on mental health issues. This position will report to the Program Director. Benefits Merakey offers Flexible schedules, Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, Work/Life balance, and so much more! ABOUT MERAKEY Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Apply today at: www.Merakey.org/careers Bachelor's degree in a human services field Valid Driver's License. Minimum 2 years of mental health experience in a group home or residential setting; forensic knowledge preferred.