Summary

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $5,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Case Managers!

• Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time Case Manager position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.
• Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 3 months separation from employment.

~ 40 Hours/week, Full-time, Day shift ~

Maine state certification as a MHRT/C is required (unless clinically licensed), Maine state licensure to practice as a LSW preferred

This is an exciting Full-time, 40 hours per week, benefit eligible opportunity to be a part of a dynamic, recovery focused, multidisciplinary team serving clients with co-occurring serious mental illness and substance use disorders.

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is an intensive community based (outpatient) treatment program with a multi-disciplinary team of providers that supports eligible adults and children who may have a major mental illness diagnosis and often co-occurring disorders. The goal of the ACT Program is to improve the client’s functioning in the least restrictive setting, while strengthening family, work, school and community ties.

Position Summary

The Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team is dedicated to providing mental health rehabilitation services, supporting adults and families to reduce hospitalization and crisis episodes.  The ACT Clinical Case Manager, operating under the guidance of the ACT Team Program Manager, delivers essential services, primarily in the clients living situation, including crisis intervention, case management, individual coaching, monitoring for medication adherence, and skills training. In the community and on call situations, the case manager exercises the experience and judgment required to make sound clinical decisions independently.  Committed to ethical, culturally competent diverse and inclusive practices, the case manager ensures client service delivery aligns with regulatory, accreditation and best practice standards for optimal patient centered customer service satisfaction.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. 1. Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a specialization in psychology, behavioral health, social work, special education, counseling, corrections, rehabilitation, nursing or closely related field is required.  2+ years of experience in the same areas of specialization; or 5 years of experience working with people diagnosed with severe mental illness.   
   2. License/Certifications: MHRT-C certification required unless clinically licensed; Eligibility for LSW licensure preferred; Valid Driver’s license and appropriate level of automobile liability insurance.
   3. Experience: 5+ years of experience working with a broad spectrum of mentally ill clients is preferred. See also "Education"
   4. Excellent computer skills are required: Microsoft Word, Excel and use of electronic consumer record software
   5. Knowledge and commitment to abide by the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers

Additional Information 

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.