Case Manager
Posted
Description
Purpose:
- To provide engagement and case management support, including home-based visitations and other services within the
Philadelphia community. - Interact with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that participants receive the individualized services
designed to help them move towards long-term housing. - To provide services in compliance with contract and Agency regulations.
- Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with concentration in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, criminal justice,
theology, nursing, counseling or education; or a high school diploma plus a minimum of 12 college credit hours in
sociology, social welfare psychology, gerontology; or other social science plus (2 years of mental health direct care
experience; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and
ability required. - Must be able to communicate both verbally and in written form with every level of the behavioral health system and
maintain effective professional relationships with associates in the Agency/community at large. - Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with severe and persistent mental
illnesses and respect for participant rights and personal preference in treatment are essential. - Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team.
- Working knowledge of Outlook, MS Word, and Excel.
- Ability to maintain daily productivity standards.
- Fee-for-service and electronic health record experience strongly preferred.
- A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Scope:
- Frequent talking and listening.
- Requires the ability to lift 25 pounds, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop, and bend, which may include direct
intervention with participants. - Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
- Approximately 85% of work is in the community. (may be required)
- Must carry a mobile phone during scheduled working hours and scheduled on-call services.
- May be required to report to work during emergencies, including inclement weather.
- Requires crisis intervention and availability to respond in emergencies.
Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer