Behavioral Health Nurse Care Manager (LPN)

Job DetailsJob Location: Portland - Cumberland Ave - Portland, ME 04101Salary Range: $28.32 - $32.45 HourlyJob Shift: DayDo you possess strong organizational, resourcing and communication skills? Are you seeking an opportunity to contribute in a way that makes a difference? Join Catholic Charities of Maine, in our pursuit to provide help and create hope in Maine. Catholic Charities Maine Behavioral Health Network in Portland, Maine has an opening for a Full-Time Nurse Care Manager. Definition:   The BHN Nurse Care Manager Level I is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who functions as a core member of a collaborative care team including a Clinical Team Leader, Clinicians, Care Coordinators, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Peer Support Specialist, healthcare consultants, and primary care partners. This role primarily supports psychiatric providers and Opioid Health Home programming under MaineCare Section 93, with a focus on medication-assisted treatment (MAT), care coordination, and direct nursing services. Catholic Charities Maine offers an excellent benefits package to Full-Time staff including: Five (5) weeks of Earned Time (first year!) plus an additional six (6) agency holidays! A choice of three (3) comprehensive medical plans Dental & Vision Insurance options Long-term disability & life insurance (employer paid!) Accident & Critical Illness insurance (optional) Bereavement Time off Employee Assistance Plan Mileage Reimbursement 401k agency contribution Wellness reimbursement - Up to $100 per year on health and wellness purchases!   You may submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website (www.ccmaine.org) or email (hrdepartment@ccmaine.org), fax (207-344-6617), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME  04104. Catholic Charities Maine is a United Way and Affirmative Action/EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled Employer. Catholic Charities Maine participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please go to: https://www.ccmaine.org/employment QualificationsEducational Qualifications:  Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), licensed by the Maine State Board of Nursing. License must be in good standing with the Maine State Board of Nursing. Experience Qualifications:  Minimum of two (2) years of direct service experience in a healthcare or behavioral health setting preferred. Experience working with individuals with substance use disorder (SUD), Serious Mental Illness (SMI), or co-occurring conditions preferred. Experience with electronic health records preferred. Experience with injections such as Sublocade and Brixadi is required. Personal Qualifications: Demonstrates maturity, initiative, sound judgment, and creativity. Strong communication skills (oral and written). Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team providing person-centered care. Valid driver’s license with clean driving record. Physical Requirements: Requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; perform light lifting (up to 25 pounds); use a computer for documentation; and respond appropriately to patient needs, including occasional crisis situations in a behavioral health setting.