Case manager

Apply Job Type Part-time

PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a Case Manager to work in the medical department at the Chester County Prison in West Chester, PA. This is a Part Time Monday - Friday position, 20 hours per week, during normal business hours. (8:00am-4:30pm).

Job Responsibilities:

• The case manager is responsible for assisting in the coordination and implementation of the behavior health program.
• Other duties include:
• Responsible for the clinical monitoring, coordination, and implementation of the behavioral health program in accordance with NCCHC/ACA/MCCS Standards.
• Actively assist with the detection and prevention of inmate/patient suicide by reporting concerns to supervisory staff.
• Assist in the coordination of the admission and placement of certified inmates/patients in forensic and community behavioral health facilities.
• Initiate the paperwork required for the inmates/patient’s admission.
• Document clinical services provided in the electronic medical record in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Monitor inmates/patients to interventions and report any concerns to supervisory staff.
• Assist patients, particularly those identified as seriously mentally ill, in developing a discharge plan to continue therapeutic services in the community.
• Coordinate with community providers to assist inmates/patients in identifying resources that are available to them post-release.
• Obtain releases from patients to request and obtain records from patient's previous treatment providers.
• Serve as a member of various committees within the medical unit and facility, as necessary.
• Participate in all in-service education programs according to the annual in-service calendar.
• Maintain confidentiality at ALL times.
• Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated.

Benefits:

• Salaries are negotiable and commensurate based on experience.
• Hourly rate range $22.00 - $25.00
• Part Time PTO package provided and accrued at the rate of 1.0 hour for every 30.0 hours of straight time worked.
• Max number of PTO hours that may be accrued is 64.0 hours.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or other related Human Services degrees with a concentration in mental health course work preferred.
• A minimum of one (1) year clinical experience is preferred.

Salary Description: $22.00 - $25.00