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Behavioral Health Integration Case Worker

Lehigh Valley Health Network
Posted a month ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Allentown, PA 18101, US

Salary

$80,000 - $96,000 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a professional to develop and implement treatment plans for patients with substance use disorders.
  • Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, or a related field, along with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a health or mental health-related field.
  • The position requires maintaining case records, providing therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with community organizations to support recovery management.
  • This role offers a day shift schedule from Monday to Friday, with a focus on teamwork and patient-centered care.
  • Salary details are not explicitly mentioned, but the organization emphasizes a commitment to quality and excellence in healthcare.

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary
Develops and implements treatment plans, provides therapeutic interventions, and facilitates referrals both within the LVHN continuum and throughout the community in order to address patients' on-going needs with substance use disorders.

Job Duties
  • Completes timely and comprehensive documentation of assessments, interventions, and interactions. Maintains case records in accordance with regulatory standards and requirements.
  • Provides on-going support, facilitates adjustments to identified problem, and fosters independence for problem resolution.
  • Supports the care team and patient with implementing their recovery management plan.
  • Utilizes therapeutic techniques targeted at restoring patient to his/her optimal level of functioning.
  • Facilitates solution-focused discussions between the patient and care team that address financial barriers related to recovery.
  • Participates in regular interdisciplinary team meetings.
  • Cultivates and develops collaborative relationships with community organizations to create a seamless recovery management plan.
  • Maintains knowledge of current trends via literature and through continuing education.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, or related health/mental health field.
  • 2 years Experience in a health/mental health-related field.
  • Ability to maintain current knowledge of community agencies and support services.
  • Demonstrates ability to develop a relationship with patient/family that supports their recovery.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of multi-cultural issues and incorporates these into counseling with the patient/family.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, or related health/mental health field.
  • Ability to implement trauma-informed care.
  • Experience with implementing motivational interviewing.

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

707 Hamilton St

Primary Location:

One City Center

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm

Department:

1012-20115 LVPG-L Primary Care Addiction Med Hub - Southside



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