Description:

PrimeCare Medical, Inc. (PCM) is a privately owned, physician founded, nationally accredited correctional healthcare practice. We are looking for a Case Manager to work at the Bucks County Department of Corrections in Doylestown, PA.

This position requires 40 hours of on-site care per week during normal business hours Monday- Friday (i.e 8:00am-4:30pm.). Hourly Rate: $23.00-25.00

Job Responsibilities:

In this role, the case manager will be responsible for coordination and implementation of the behavioral health program, with a focus on after-care planning.

Responsible for the clinical monitoring, coordination, and implementation of the behavioral health program in accordance with NCCHC/ACA/MCCS Standards.
Actively assist with the detection and prevention of inmate/patient suicide by reporting concerns to supervisory staff.
Assist in the coordination of the admission and placement of certified inmates/patients in forensic and community behavioral health facilities. Initiate paperwork required for the inmates/patient’s admission.
Document clinical services provided in the electronic medical record in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
Monitor inmates/patients’ responses to interventions and report any concerns to supervisory staff.
Assist patients, particularly those identified as seriously mentally ill, in developing a discharge plan to continue therapeutic services in the community.
Coordinate with community providers to assist inmates/patients in identifying resources that are available to them post-release.
Obtain releases from patients to request and obtain records from patient’s previous treatment providers.
Serve as a member of various committees within the medical unit and facility, as necessary.
Participate in all in-service education programs according to the annual in-service calendar.
Maintain confidentiality at ALL times.
Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated.

Benefits: PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to all their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include:

Health care (i.e., medical, prescription, dental, vision, and elective health savings account (i.e., HSA).
Elective options for life insurance, as well as short & long-term disability.
Generous PTO & Floating Holiday packages.
401k retirement with discretionary company match - and more!
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or other related Human Services degree with a concentration in mental health course work.
Minimum one (1) year clinical experience preferred.
Effective communication skills
Ability to function independently and demonstrating clinical competency
Ability to gain trust of patients and build a working relationship