Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree with major course work in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, political science, history criminal justice, theology, nursing, counseling or education required; or be a registered nurse; or a high school diploma and 12 semester credit hours in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology or other social science and 2 years experience in public or private human services with 1 year in direct client contact; or a high school diploma and 5 years of mental health direct care experience in public or private human services with employment as an ICM/BCM staff person prior to April 1, 1989.
• One to three years working with children and/or adults in mental health setting and one to three years case management experience preferred.
• Must have audio/visual/verbal acuity to perform essential job functions.
• Must have physical dexterity to work in consumers homes and in the community doing activities including walking, lifting, cleaning, etc.
• Must complete and pass agency Crisis Intervention Training for community based services.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable automobile is required.
• Must be able to adapt hours to needs of position.  May need to work evenings and/or weekend hours periodically including on-call emergency services on a rotating basis.
• Must have access to a telephone.
• Must be able to remain organized despite pressured situations.
• Must be eligible for Act 33/34 and FBI clearances.
• Must be able to identify with the agency Mission Statement and support the agency’s Core Values.

Knowledge Areas:

• Familiarity with Psychological and Psychiatric Reports
• Community Mental Health Services
• Accessing Community Resources
• Mental Health Diagnosis and Issues
• Drug and Alcohol Issues
• Child Protective Services Law
• Public Welfare System