Mental Health Worker

Northeast Treatment Centers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Worker to support families and children in navigating treatment plans. This role involves collaborating with team members, coordinating essential services, and advocating for client needs to ensure effective support. With a focus on empathy and cultural competence, you will play a vital part in enhancing the well-being of children and adolescents. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary qualifications, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 12 credit hours in relevant fields required.
• One year of experience in child/adolescent mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans and coordinate interagency meetings.
• Assist families in accessing community support and resources.
• Advocate on behalf of client needs and ensure communication.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Cultural Competence

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Job Location: 7520 STATE ROAD - PHILADELPHIA, PA
Salary Range: Undisclosed

TITLE: Mental Health Worker

DIVISION: Children, Youth and Family Services Division (CY&FS)
UNIT: PA Child & Family Behavioral Health Services (PACFBHS)
PROGRAM: Family Based Services (FBS)
REPORTS TO: Program Director and/or designee
RELATES TO: Family, Team members, other NET staff, External Agency Representatives, MCOs and Insurance Company Representatives
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time
FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SUMMARY

The FBS Mental Health Worker is responsible for collaboration with team members to implement goals identified by the family in the treatment plan, access community resources, and assist family members and other caretakers in developing skills to access other systems’ supports. In addition, the Mental Health Worker assists with skill building activities as identified in the treatment plan, and coordinates activities such as the CASSP or interagency team meeting and other necessary meetings. Responsibilities will also include client/family support and counseling, documentation, client/family outreach, systems outreach, and school consultation.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Implement treatment plan goals and clinical strategies developed with the family and team.
2. Coordinate interagency meetings and necessary psychological or psychiatric evaluations for all clients.
3. Coordinate access to medical and/or other treatment services as needed by family members.
4. Responsible for client/family outreach in all matters surrounding the coordination of services.
5. Assist families in accessing community support and resources.
6. Advocate on behalf of client needs.
7. Assure ongoing communication and integration of services among all service providers and support systems involved with the child and family.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Travel to community settings, family homes, other agency sites, as well as to outside meetings, conferences, or workshops is required.

WORKING HOURS

40 hours per week. A flexible schedule will be required to meet the needs of client families.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree with at least 12 credit hours in psychology, counseling, family therapy, sociology, social work, nursing, education, rehabilitation counseling, or theology. At least one year of experience in a child or adolescent mental health setting. Must demonstrate a genuine respect for children, adolescents, and their families. Be sensitive to the needs of children and adolescents, particularly those that relate to family dynamics, and the educational and community structures. Demonstrate an understanding of cultural competence.

ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Must demonstrate genuine empathy and concern for individuals as indicated in our corporate vision, mission, and values statements. Adhere to applicable city, county, state, and federal laws and regulations, internal and CARF standards. Must have current State clearances for Child Abuse, Criminal Records, and Contagious Diseases. Must possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Valid Driver’s License (issued by state in which employee lives) and safe driving record and proof of insurance coverage.