Behavioral Health Case Manager

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Case Manager to join our Family Medicine Residency Practice, located in Lewiston, ME.

The Behavioral Health Case Manager works in collaboration with the integrated health team to meet the psychosocial needs of the patients.

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, benefit eligible position.

Essential Duties:

• Performs initial assessments on patients to determine appropriate social service needs. Develops individualized treatment plans; always documents assessments.

• Case management, referral, and service coordination

• Meets regularly with patients and families to enhance coping skills, adjustment to disease process, and strengthen the natural support network. Documents Interactions.

• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

• Communicates with physicians regarding social service needs of the patient.

• Maintains current knowledge of resources available within the community. Maintains supply of resource materials to be distributed to patients when needed. Is able to obtain other resources as needed.

• Communicates with family members and caretakers regarding the needs of the patient and anticipated plans.

• Collaborates with Case Managers and other members of the healthcare team to provide for psychosocial assistance.

• Treats patients and families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patient and family.

• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.

• Maintains and respects confidentiality of patient/physician information.

• Initiates appropriate referrals to community agencies.

Education and Experience:

• Experience in Care Management and interdisciplinary patient care

• Master's degree in relevant field preferred (e.g., Social Work, Counseling, Rehabilitation).

• Licensed or licensed-eligible within 12 months (e.g., LSW, LMSW, LCSW, LCPC, LADC).

• 3 or more years of previous experience in all aspects of social service

What It's Like Working At CMH:

We are all about our team members growth and health. Thats why we prioritize work/life balance, community-based wellness initiatives and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members.

CMH offers a robust benefits package that includes:

• Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program

• Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system.

• Dental plan

• Vision plan

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Basic Life insurance at no cost

• Supplemental Life insurance

• Long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans

• Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance

• Family leave program for Parental Leaves

• Comprehensive Wellness Program

Living in Central Maine:

While not at work, our team members enjoy the endless opportunities for entertainment that Maine has to offer. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy skiing, boating along the coast and hiking at a state or national park. Centrally located to several popular attractions, residents can embark on day trips to Boston, North Conway, New Hampshire and Boothbay Harbor. Maine is a wonderful place to raise a family, with safe communities and great public and private schools.

About Central Maine Healthcare

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!