Psychiatric Case Manager – Care Coordination & Crisis Support

lvhn; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Bethlehem, PA, seeks a licensed mental health professional to provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention for adults and/or children within the community setting.

The role coordinates care, facilitates referrals, and supports discharge planning while collaborating with treatment teams to maintain patient safety and quality outcomes. A Master’s in Social Work or Counseling and PA licenses are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• Ability to remain patient and calm in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of community resources and making referrals to community and governmental agencies.
• Understanding of psychosocial/medical needs to formulate an integrated treatment plan.
• LCSW, LPC, or LSW licenses in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Oversees utilization management activity including authorization of services and denial/appeal management.
• Ensures discharge planning documentation is clear, concise, timely, and aligned with treatment plan.
• Conducts clinical assessments for interpretation and treatment intervention with patients and families.
• Provides case management and care coordination services for clients/patients.
• Intervenes to help patients achieve and maintain community stability; liaises with referral sources and funders.
• Manages mental health commitment processes as regulated by Pennsylvania Mental Health Procedures Act.
• Participates in quality improvement activities for the department.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Care coordination

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Bethlehem, PA, seeks a licensed mental health professional to provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention for adults and/or children within the community setting.

The role coordinates care, facilitates referrals, and supports discharge planning while collaborating with treatment teams to maintain patient safety and quality outcomes. A Master’s in Social Work or Counseling and PA licenses are required.