Skill Builder I

Meridian Health Services; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit-based compensation

Voluntary benefits

Generous PTO

Wellness plan

Paid holidays

Life balance oriented organization

Job summary

Meridian Health Services is seeking a full-time Skill Builder I for our Supported housing program in Delware county, IN. You will provide skills development and case management under clinical supervision to help patients and families reach developmental milestones and reduce psychosocial barriers.

The role requires a high school diploma with 2 years of behavioral health experience or relevant college coursework; an Associate or Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years paid behavioral healthcare experience.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license with driving record meeting Meridian's policy, reliable transportation.
• Commitment to providing individual attention to help clients achieve well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing, implementing and revising treatment plans with progress monitoring.
• Provides individual and group skills training for adults to reduce psychosocial barriers.
• Provides development-focused training for children to aid milestones.
• Provides case management services per the treatment plan.
• Collaborates with therapists and medical staff for integrated care.
• Maintains clinical records and related administrative tasks.
• Participates in continuing education to stay current in expertise.

Skills

Case management

Behavioral health experience

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Focusing on "Whole-Person" Healthcare
Meridian Health Services is a progressive healthcare organization that believes in treating the "whole-person" integrating physical, mental and social well-being to help people achieve their optimum health. This approach connects treatments and doctors working together to heal both the body and mind for total well-being.

We are currently seeking a full time day Skill Builder I for our Supported housing program located in Delware county, IN. This position will provide skills and development training to assist patients and/or families in developing skills directed towards achieving developmental milestones and reducing psychosocial barriers. A Skill Builder provides case management services, working in conjunction with the clinical team for coordination of care. A Skill Builder works with the patient on a day to day basis using professional judgment and discretion to implement the team determined treatment plan.

Skill Builder Key Responsibilities:

• Assists the Therapist in developing, implementing and revising individual treatment plans; assures that services provided are specified in the treatment plan and monitors progress toward treatment goals.
• For adults, provides individual and group skills training and development to assist the patient and/or family in developing skills (i.e. Self-care, daily life management, interpersonal communication, parenting, illness management, anger management, positive coping skills, and problem solving skills) directed toward reducing psychosocial barriers.
• For children, provides individual and group skills training and development to assist the patient and/or family in developing skills (i.e. Coping with body image changes, coping with hormonal-induced emotional mood swings, self-care, daily life management, interpersonal communication, illness management, anger management, positive coping skills, and problem solving skills) directed toward achieving developmental milestones and reducing psychosocial barriers.
• Provides case management services as identified in the patient’s treatment plan.
• Works collaboratively with the Therapist and medical staff to ensure coordination of integrated care for the patient, including identification of health issues, compliance with treatment, and effective patient to medical provider communication.
• Completes CANS/ANSA re-assessments.
• Provides consultation to staff on specific cases involving coordination of care.
• Maintains positive working relationships with staff of other agencies and institutions, homes, and facilities, and acts as a liaison between patients and agencies and/or institutions.
• Prepares and maintains clinical records, reports and forms and other administrative tasks as required.
• Participates in continuing education activities, remaining knowledgeable in areas of expertise.

We are seeking Skill Builder candidates with the following qualities:

• High school diploma or its equivalent with 2 years paid behavioral healthcare experience or equivalent college coursework toward a human services or health related degree required at minimum
• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
• A valid driver's license with a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance
• A commitment to providing individual attention to help clients achieve mental, emotional and physical well-being

Meridian Health Services provides the following benefits:

• Merit based compensation plan
• Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, short term disability, etc.
• Generous PTO plan
• Wellness plan
• Paid Holidays
• Life balance oriented organization

Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.