Case Manager - Child - Behavioral Health

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization is seeking a Case Manager for Child Behavioral Health. This role focuses on coordinating services and outcomes for clients, ensuring ethical, culturally competent care, and adherence to standards.

The position emphasizes client-centered service delivery with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, behavioral health, social work, or a closely related field, with LSW licensure eligibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a specialization in psychology, behavioral health, social work, special education, counseling, rehabilitation or closely related field is required.
• LSW licensure eligibility preferred; Valid Driver’s license and automobile liability insurance required.
• 1+ year of experience in the same areas of specialization; 2+ years experience with clients with mental health diagnoses is required.
• Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel and use of electronic consumer record software.
• Knowledge and commitment to abide by the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers

Skills

Client-focused

Cultural competence

Ethical practice

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology/behavioral health/social work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Electronic health/consumer record software

Job description

Case Manager - Child - Behavioral Health

Summary:
The Case Manager is responsible for the provision of case management services and achievement of positive intervention outcomes for assigned clients. He/She will ensure that client service delivery practices are ethical, culturally-competent, respectful of diversity and inclusion, welcoming and geared to customer service satisfaction. The Case Manager will be compliant with regulatory, accreditation, contract and best practice standards.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a specialization in psychology, behavioral health, social work, special education, counseling, rehabilitation or closely related field is required.
• License/Certifications: Eligibility for LSW licensure preferred.Valid Driver’s license and appropriate level of automobile liability insurance.
• 1+ year of experience in the same areas of specialization. 2+ years of experience working with a broad spectrum of clients with mental health diagnoses is required. Prior experience with clinical methods and techniques used in supportive counseling as related to mental health and/or substance abuse issues is required.
• Excellent computer skills are required: Microsoft Word, Excel and use of electronic consumer record software
• Knowledge and commitment to abide by the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $52,499.20to $71,052.80per year.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [emailprotected] .

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute:Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

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