Psychiatric Case Worker

Mental Health Clinic - Psychiatric Case Worker

Valley Health Partners, Allentown, PA

Job Summary:

Provides case management services; supports counseling, patient and family education, and crisis intervention; and provides utilization review and discharge planning services under the supervision of department leadership

Qualifications:

Education:          

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related mental health field. Relevant Master’s Degree preferred.

Experience:          

• 2 years of experience in a mental health setting.               

Training:             

• CPR / BLS upon hire                

Essential Functions:

• Provides case management services, including linkages among departmental and community resources, under the supervision of practice leadership.
• Provides supportive counseling, acts as patient/family education and liaison, and assists with crisis intervention under the supervision of practice leadership.
• Provides utilization review and discharge planning services using a comprehensive grasp of VHP community supports.
• Assists with information gathering to support patient assessment, initial/ongoing treatment plan, or for ongoing treatment issues under.
• Documents activities in a timely fashion and in adherence with program, departmental, and regulatory standards.
• Takes on other duties as assigned

Benefits:

• Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans with great coverage at VERY affordable rates. 
• 403b Retirement Plan with generous company match
• Paid Time Off for holidays, vacation, sick & personal days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement