Case Manager Fluent in Sign Language

PAHrtners Deaf Services is currently seeking a qualified Blended Case Manager that is skilled in sign language. This position provides resources and support to individuals and their families who reside in the community or in our residential programs.

Bonus: $1,000 Sign On once criteria are met!

Quarterly productivity bonus opportunities!!

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring and revision to the Person Centered Plan in conjunction with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Facilitating relationships and serving as a link between the company, parents, guardians, local agencies and the community
• Minimizing the negative effects of psychiatric symptoms or substance dependence that interfere with the recipient’s daily living and personal development, providing supportive counseling
• Supporting the client in the development of various skill building activities, including: daily and community living skills, socialization skills, adaptation skills, and behavior and anger management
• Participating in a first responder on-call system available to consumers and/or his/her natural support network on a 24/7/365 basis; coordinates “first response” resources according to consumer need and the PCP
• Performing Case Management functions of linking and arranging for services and referrals
• Working closely with other clinical/professional staff to maintain communication and providing feedback, standardizing procedures and expediting PCP implementation
• Ensuring that all initial and reauthorizations for services occur in a timely fashion
• Monitoring utilization of service to ensure that it is effective, appropriate, and within the limits set forth in both rule, PCP, and the service authorization

Position Requirements:

• Valid drivers’ license
• Mid to fluent level in American Sign Language, ASL, skills
• Knowledge of Deaf Culture
• Bachelor’s degree (in Human Services field)

OR

• A high school diploma and 12 semester credit hours in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, or other social science and two years experience in direct contact with mental health consumers;

Definitions:

• Human Service Degrees Include: Social Service, Sociology, Psychology, Gerontology, Anthropology, or other related Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, Theology, Nursing, Counseling, Education, Philosophy, Communications, History, Deaf Studies, or other Human Service Degrees.
• Populations Served Include: children and adults with mental health disorders, behavioral health disorders, developmental disorders, or substance abuse.

View job description in ASL:  https://pahrtners.com/bcm-job/