Prevention & Diversion Coordinator - Child Welfare & MH

Heartland for Children; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Domestic partner coverage

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Heartland for Children in Bartow, Florida, is seeking an experienced professional to manage child welfare and mental health referrals. Responsibilities include establishing relationships, processing assessments, and attending multi-disciplinary meetings.

An ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in social services and extensive experience in child welfare. The position offers an excellent benefits package, including tuition assistance and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social services or related field required.
• Extensive experience in child welfare preferred.
• Knowledgeable in mental health processes and referrals.

Responsibilities

• Establish positive relationships with customers.
• Process referrals for behavioral health services.
• Coordinate and attend multi-disciplinary staffings.

Skills

Child welfare knowledge

Case management

Mental health knowledge

Utilization management

Behavioral health assessments

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services, health care, business or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Heartland for Children in Bartow, Florida, is seeking an experienced professional to manage child welfare and mental health referrals. Responsibilities include establishing relationships, processing assessments, and attending multi-disciplinary meetings.

An ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in social services and extensive experience in child welfare. The position offers an excellent benefits package, including tuition assistance and generous paid time off.