Professional I, Behavioral Health Specialist; Center for Schizophrenia

Thecentersohio; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dedicated Behavioral Health Specialist to join their FIRST team. This full-time role is pivotal in supporting clients experiencing their first episode of psychotic illness, particularly those affected by Schizophrenia and related disorders. As a Case Manager, you will play a crucial role in helping clients navigate community resources and develop essential skills for independence. This organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and fosters a collaborative environment, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference in mental health care. If you are eager to contribute to a transformative program and support individuals on their journey to recovery, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

401k Retirement Savings with Company Contribution

Qualifications

• 3 years of case management or care coordination experience required.
• Valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in accessing community resources and services.
• Develop skills to increase independence and functioning in the community.

Skills

Case Management

Care Coordination

Therapeutic Relationship Building

Community Resource Access

Education

Associates Degree in Social Work

Associates Degree in Psychology

Associates Degree in Mental Health-related Field

Job description

Professional I, Behavioral Health Specialist; Center for Schizophrenia

4400 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103, USA Req #1290

Friday, February 14, 2025

We’re seeking a full-time Professional I, Behavioral Health Specialist/ Case Manager to provide support and advocacy for those who enroll in our FIRST team services. FIRST is a comprehensive treatment program designed to identify and treat clients experiencing a first episode of psychotic illness, specifically Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Schizophreniform Disorder, and Other Specified/Unspecified Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders.

As a member of the FIRST Team, the Case Manager assists the client with accessing community resources, coordination and linkage to services, and developing the skills necessary to increase independence and functioning in the community, and also assists the client with educational needs.

The ideal candidate will have an Associates degree in social work, psychology, or a mental health-related field with 3 years of case management or care coordination experience, a valid driver’s license in the State of Ohio with access to an insured vehicle for client transportation, the ability and desire to work closely with other team members, and the ability to form effective therapeutic relationships to engage clients in the mutual assessment of problems and goal setting, and to help coordinate care plans from initial contact through end of service.

As a team member at The Centers, you’ll enjoy:

1. Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance
2. Employee Assistance Program
3. Life Insurance
4. Retirement Savings (401k) with a company contribution

To be considered for the Professional I, Behavioral Health Specialist; Center for Schizophrenia position please apply at: www.thecentersohio.org.

The Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.