Blended Case Manager

PURPOSE: JFK's Blended Case Manager's provide community-based services in a variety of settings. BCM's may work from a participant's residence, rehab center, shelter, or correctional facility, etc. Environments for participant service delivery may include less than favorable conditions. BCM's assess needs and identify services & supports for clients coping with varying degrees of mental illness. BCMs:

• Ensure physical, emotional, social, intellectual and safety needs are met & maintained.
• Establish participant's short- & long-term goals for community living
• Link participants to chosen services and/or natural supports (i.e.- family, friends, neighbors etc.)
• Monitor the supports and services for appropriateness and effectiveness.
• Advocate at all levels on behalf of participants

We are seeking dedicated professionals who:

• Desire to embrace and advance the philosophy and objectives of JFK Behavioral Health
• Understand the social factors which contribute to attitudes and behaviors.
• Can foster effective relationships with Community Behavioral Health, Targeted Case Management, Family Court and other internal or external agencies to ensure quality service delivery.
• Are organized and can document daily service reports, strength & needs assessments, discharge/transfer summaries and daily clinical documentation to satisfy regulatory requirements.
• Are flexible, creative problem solvers that can adapt to evolving priorities.
• Are comfortable navigating the city by vehicle: Must have a valid drivers license

Requirements:

• High school diploma plus a minimum of 12 college credit hours in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, or other social science plus two (2) years of mental health direct care experience. -OR-
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant plus two (2) years of mental health direct care experience. Individuals using these criteria must receive a written waiver from the DBHIDS prior to hire. -OR-
• Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services discipline or other field that includes at least 12 credit hours in human services.

Hours: 9am to 5pm; Monday-Friday

Location: Center City Philadelphia, accessible to SEPTA and Regional Rail, NJ Transit