Early Childhood Support Specialist Case Manager – Position Available In Cumberland, Maine

Early Childhood Support Specialist Case Manager – at MaineHealth in Portland, Maine, United States Job Description Description
MaineHealth Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health
Req #: 21083 For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to$5,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Case Managers!
Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 3 months separation from employment. Bonuses may be prorated based on schedule.
~ 20 Hours/week, Part-time, Day shift ~
Maine state licensure to practice as aLicensed Social Worker (LSW) preferred. Multi-lingual preferred.
Located at the pediatric clinic in Maine Medical Center.
Summary
The Early Childhood Case Manager is responsible for addressing social determinants of health (SDOH) and other risk factors that impede healthy development. The position will focus primarily on children ages 0-5 and includes parent coaching and team consultation, with the goal of promoting early child mental health, building resilience in the parent/child relationships, as well as accomplishing goals identified by each family. Establishing connection to the mother in women’s health prior to birth of child is part of the work. The role will ensure that service delivery practices are ethical, culturally competent, trauma informed, respectful of diversity and inclusion, welcoming and geared to custom service satisfaction. TheEarly Childhood Case Managerwill be compliant with regulatory, accreditation, contract and best practice standards.

Early Childhood Case Manageractivities will be performed primarily in the assigned pediatric clinic and via remote connection as project teams determine based on needs and social distancing guidelines. Home/community visits are also required.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution with a specialization in Psychology, Behavioral Health, Social Work, Special Education, Counseling, Rehabilitation, or closely related field required.

License/Certifications:

Valid Driver’s License required. Eligibility for LSW licensure preferred.

Experience:

Two years of experience working with a broad spectrum of clients with mental health diagnoses preferred. Two years of experience working with children and families with a broad spectrum of cultural and socioeconomic background required. One year of experience in the field of early childhood development preferred.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

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Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

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With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual’s needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact Sarah Evan at sarah.evan@mainehealth.org MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.