Mental Health Case Manager at Merakey Education Autism Services

Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Mar, 26

Salary

21.03

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental Health Services, Resource Coordination, Assessment, Problem Resolution, Family Support, Community Engagement, Stability Promotion, Direct Services, Communication, Empathy, Crisis Intervention, Organizational Skills, Team Collaboration, Cultural Competence, Advocacy, Time Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a full-time Mental Health Case Manager to join our community-based behavioral health team in Carlisle, PA. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm Earn $19.03/hour or $21.03/hour with the selection of Enhanced Pay, plus mileage reimbursement Position Details The Mental Health Case Manager plays a pivotal role in enhancing the mental health of mostly adults, children, and adolescents in Cumberland and Perry Counties. They coordinate resources and services, support families, and tailor care to each individual's unique situation. Their work focuses on harnessing individual strengths, connecting with community resources, and promoting stability. While operating independently, they are backed by a dedicated team, all within a dynamic community program. The case manager actively engages with consumers and their families in the home or community setting. Duties and Responsibilities * Coordinate and monitor all resources for adult and child consumers. * Assist consumers and parents in accessing mental health services. * Assess individuals’ strengths and needs. * Facilitate access to resources that enhance stability. * Provide assessment, service delivery, and problem resolution. Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including: * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support. * Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions. * DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it! * On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources. * Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services. * Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). * Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships. * Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. * Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes. Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits] About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. 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. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Required: * Bachelor’s degree in the field of Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Gerontology, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Theology, Nursing, Counseling, Education, or other related social sciences; OR * High school diploma PLUS 12 college semester credit hours completed in Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Gerontology, or other social sciences WITH two (2) years of experience providing direct services to mental health consumers; OR * Licensed Registered Nurse (RN). * Active and unrestricted driver's license with reliable transportation for work-related travel. Preferred Experience: * Prior experience working with children and adolescents. * Experience supporting individuals with serious mental illness strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

The Mental Health Case Manager coordinates resources and services for consumers, assesses their strengths and needs, and facilitates access to resources that enhance stability. They actively engage with consumers and their families in various settings to provide tailored support.