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Job Description Position Summary: The Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services continues to support a pilot project within the Journey of Hope Project (JOH) to demonstrate the results of implementing a holistic model for treatment and post-treatment services for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness and substance use disorder. A crucial part of the pilot project is providing Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) support, including a Lead CRS, to JOH Members and Alumni. DBH and JOH Project will be supporting the hiring of two CRSs via state reinvestment funds, to learn and implement a promising model of peer support services. This JOH Project will also be hiring 3 Peer Stipend Worker (PSW) positions to offer paid internships to JOH alumni seeking to re-enter the workforce and explore becoming a full time CRS. This position will work closely with JOH supervisory staff to lead, guide, and coordinate the provider CRS positions, as well as the PSW positions, as well as support current participants and alumni of the JOH project in their overall recovery process. Duties and Responsibilities: The overarching responsibility for the CRS in the JOH Project will be to provide support to JOH members as they reintegrate into their communities to sustain their recovery and wellness and pursue their desired life. To do so, this staff person will: • Participate as a full member of the pilot site's integrated service team., • Strategically share personal recovery experiences and develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships., • Assist members with identifying their interests, gifts, skills, passions, life goals, and hopes for the future, as wells as personal sources of resilience and hope., • Assist members with identifying and connecting with the supports and services that will help them sustain their wellness and recovery over time., • Assist members with identifying their short- and long-term needs, preferences, and goals related to services., • Support members in practicing new skills learned in treatment and developing routines to prepare for community integration., • Work with people who may be actively using., • Work in partnership with clinical staff to provide individualized services., • Support members with identifying and strengthening their relationships with recovery allies., • Assist members in identifying their personal obstacles to recovery., • After housing match, assertively connect members to relevant community resources and activities in their preferred neighborhood., • Accompany members to appointments and other recreational activities, while conducting warm handoffs, when appropriate., • Continuously expand knowledge of the community resources, services, and programs available to members, and build ongoing relationships with these organizations., • Facilitate peer support groups including but not limited to weekly JOH Alumni Group and SMART Recovery group(s)., • Assertively engage and support members who have transitioned from residential treatment to community housing., • Participate in orientation, training, staff meetings, and supervision., • Write chart notes that describe individual encounters and group experiences., • Keep accurate and timely documentation., • Lived experience with a substance use condition., • Open-mined and willing to work with people of diverse races, backgrounds, genders, sexualities, religions, ages, and abilities., • Willing to explore biases and improve interpersonal communication., • Ability to use lived experience to engage, establish rapport, and promote change., • Ability to deliver services and activities at times and locations that are necessary to meet the needs of the target population., • Ability to work directly with people who may be actively using., • Ability to work part time., • Ability to use public transportation., • Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as needed., • Knowledge of recovery support services, including a basic understanding of peer support services., • Knowledge of services in the community., • Commitment to supporting multiple pathways to recovery, including medicated-assisted treatment (MAT), medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD), and harm reduction interventions/approaches., • Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and ability to use a computer/keyboard/mouse/laptop including using virtual platforms for various meetings (i.e., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.)., • Work with program leadership to ensure all staff are knowledgeable about the role of peer staff, • Coordinate with other JOH project CRS staff to ensure they have access to resources and materials to effectively and timely respond to members' needs and preferences., • Model for CRS staff in JOH Project how to strategically share personal recovery experiences and develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships., • Must be willing/able to obtain CRS credential/certification within 6-8 months of hire, • Strongly preferred lived experience with homelessness, • Strongly preferred lived experience as a Journey of Hope Alumnus, • GED Ability to sit or stand for minimum of one (1) hour. Ability to lift up to fifteen (15) pounds. Ability to travel throughout The City as needed via foot, public transit, car, etc. Essential Functions: Able to perform duties and responsibilities & physical demands of this positions, as required of this position. Must also have the skills required. Equal Opportunity Employment: PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law. Americans with Disabilities Act: Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the law

Job Description Position Summary: CTT is mandated to provide service to those individuals within the mental health system who present the greatest degree of severity of symptoms as evidenced by their multiple physical, psychiatric and legal conditions; extensive use of services and lack of follow through with treatment. These individuals measure at the highest level of medical necessity as defined by the state Adult Environmental Matrix. The ACT Teams are specialized teams that provide multidisciplinary clinical intervention, treatment, and assessment of individuals who may be young adults, heavy users of services, or actively involved in the criminal justice system and may also have co-occurring behavioral health diagnoses. ACT team staff provides case management supports consistent with the Community Support Program of Philadelphia. The Extended Care Vocational Specialist provides a comprehensive assessment process with the intent to offer recommendations and renders therapeutic and vocational services as required to address issues that might present a barrier to flourishing in the community. The Extended Care Vocational Specialist is also responsible for ensuring that the mission, goals and philosophy of the Community Treatment Teams (CTT) are operationalized within the team. The incumbent encourages strengths-oriented treatment/service planning that addresses the individual's principal needs, ensures continuity of care and enhancement of individual's understanding, acquisition and maintenance of independent living skills in the areas of: (a) compliance with behavioral health treatment; (b) interpersonal skills and social support/network building; (c) acceptance of personal responsibility in recovery and (d) accountability in fulfilling their legal obligations in order to remain in the community. Duties and Responsibilities: • Provides comprehensive vocational assessments for assigned individuals; including writing comprehensive reports, • Participates in daily multidisciplinary team meetings to review progress on cases in order to ensure communication and a comprehensive approach to treatment, including collaborating with external teams to ensure coordination between systems; participates in group clinical supervision with the CTT Clinical Coordinator for skills enhancement, • Provides input in case reviews to court and other authorities, as deemed necessary and appropriate, • Provides 80% of available time in individual and/or group vocational activities for individuals on the team, with the goal of competitive employment, • Views individuals from a strengths-approach in preparation of treatment plans, with a focus on recovery principles, • Monitors service delivery to individuals to ensure appropriate level of service given, defined by Environmental Matrix score, • Establishes networks and liaises with community service providers to resolve problems and overcome barriers to service; including attending linkage and treatment team meetings, as needed; provides advocacy mechanism to ensure that individual needs are met, • Maintains and updates community resource file on vocational opportunities and contact people and develops employment prospects in conjunction with CTT Vocational Resource Specialist Completes all required reports and other documentation in a timely manner Maintains compliance with all applicable behavioral health treatment standards as set by state and county funding authorities and ensures that agency standards, policy and procedures are adhered to by team members, • Participates in Clinical Care, Open Forum and other required agency and external meetings; attends in-service and other training in order to meet mandated training hours Plans and assists individuals to increase community tenure, enhance quality of life and attain highest level of independent functioning, • Provides after hours work including: a) participation in weekly on call rotation schedule to permit 24 hour/7 day a week access to service; b) and participation in evening and weekend shift work schedules required for delivery of services to CTT's caseload Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work well with people; have good, creative problem solving skills; excellent clinical skills including assessment; individual and group therapy, knowledge of behavioral health and criminal justice systems; community resources, computers skills, be able to work independently as well as part of a team; flexible and adaptive in handling changing priorities in a fast paced work environment; able to work extended hours as may be required to complete projects. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree preferably a degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or a Master's degree in (including, but not limited to) social work, psychology, rehabilitation, counseling, activities therapy or criminal justice with at least two (2) years of experience in clinical assessment and therapeutic work; one of which must have been in vocational service delivery. Expertise preferred in various therapeutic treatment modalities and one (1) or more of the following areas: criminal justice, substance abuse or geriatric issues. Physical Demands: Ability to sit for at least one (1) hour at a time and to use a computer and telephone. Able to climb stairs at participant's residences; bend, stoop, push and pull file drawers, and lift up to 201bs when handling supplies, etc. Able to work in the community for a significant part of the day. Essential Functions: Must have a valid driver's license, auto insurance and must have use of a vehicle for work and on call; ability to work in a team environment and share office space; ability to work evenings and weekends in meeting responsibilities. Equal Opportunity Employment: PMHCC, Inc is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preference, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law. Americans with Disabilities Act: Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the law.

Job Description We offer the following excellent benefits including: Loan forgiveness, Free parking, Medical, Vision, Prescription, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Dental, Life and Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Referral program, Employee Assistance Program and more! Position Summary: Community Treatment Teams (CTT) is mandated to provide service to those individuals within the mental health system who present the greatest degree of severity of symptoms as evidenced by their multiple physical, psychiatric and legal conditions; extensive use of services and lack of follow through with treatment. The Blended Enhanced (BE) Team works with individuals who measure within the mid to at the high level of medical necessity as defined by the state Adult Environmental Matrix. The BE Case Manager provides team case management supports to all individuals of his/her assigned team and other internal BE teams as the need arises; as part of the Community Support Program of Philadelphia. A major goal of the CTT is to assist the individual in developing skills required to enhance his/her comfort and ability to function as a productive member of the community. The BE Case Manager will ensure that the mission, goals and philosophy of the CTT are operationalized within the team. The BE Case Manager works with individuals in their community environment assisting them in understanding, acquiring and maintaining independent living skills in the areas of: (a) their daily living situation; (b) interpersonal skills and social support/network building; (c) leisure and recreational support/skill development; (d) maintenance and enhancement of physical and mental needs; (e) obtainment of benefit entitlements and the skills to manage same; (f) vocational and educational needs. Duties and Responsibilities: • Assesses individual’s strengths, needs and wants, utilizing instruments to operationalize data on the consumer’s behalf. This includes completion of Strengths Assessment and client-centered Unified Personal Plan for each assigned individual, involving all treatment team principals for comprehensiveness., • Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team internally on daily basis and external as needed to ensure coordination between systems; provides linkage with primary care physician to ensure integration of medical and psychiatric service needs; maintains linkage with CBH to minimize person’s reliance on acute services., • Periodically completes Environmental Matrix to determine level of care need and delivers services according to individual’s need, ensuring appropriate frequency of contact., • Monitors individual’s progress toward attainment of identified goals through monthly Linkage Meetings to review same; goals should be short term, measurable and obtainable. Plans should be updated according to regulatory standards and all related activities documented on appropriate agency forms., • Liaises, communicates with and represents individual via telephone contacts and face-to-face meetings. This includes regular contact with individual and community service providers in order to respond to individual’s changing needs, assist in problem resolution and provide advocacy mechanism to ensure that needs are met., • Participates in in-patient treatment team and discharge planning meetings; monitors individual’s treatment and progress during hospitalizations., • Maintains and updates community resource file around geriatric and generic resources to assist individual in accessing same and providing necessary training around use in order to facilitate individual’s ability to use resources independently., • Accompanies individual to appointments (financial entitlements, medical, dental, court, probation, etc.) to provide support and assistance., • Provides training to individual on use of public transportation, job seeking skills, identification and use of social and recreational resources, etc., • Acts as team specialist in one of the following areas: housing, benefits, D&A or vocational; including attending periodic specialist meetings as required., • Participates in daily team meetings and Clinical Care Meetings to problem solve around persons needing extensive services for specific times; attends Open Forum and other required agency meetings., • Attends in-service and other training's in order to meet mandated training hours., • Completes required documentation in timely manner., • Assists individual to increase community tenure, enhance quality of life and attain highest level of independent functioning. Must have good verbal/written communication skills and work well with people; good, creative problem solving skills; ability to work independently and be flexible/adaptive in handling changing priorities in a fast paced work environment; computer skills preferred. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, political science, history, criminal justice, theology, counseling or education with two (2) years’ related experience preferred; Bachelor’s degree in nursing with three (3) years’ mental health direct care experience; be a Registered Nurse (RN); High School Diploma and five (5) years of mental health direct care experience in human services with employment as an ICM staff person prior to April 1, 1989; Bachelor’s degree in other disciplines with 12 social science credits; or High School Diploma plus 12 social science credits and five (5) years’ experience in human service with two (2) years as an ICM technician or equivalent. Expertise in one (1) or more of the following required: behavioral health, criminal justice system, substance abuse, including training in PCPC, MR, geriatric and/or HIV/AIDS issues.. Must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and must have use of a vehicle for work and on call Equal Opportunity Employment: PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law. Americans with Disabilities Act: Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law. Website:

Job Description Be the Job Coach you always wanted to be at BAYADA Home Health Care! BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a dedicated Job Coach to join our team in the Philadelphia, PA area. In this rewarding role, you will work one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), providing personalized job coaching and training within community-based work settings. As a Job Coach (Employment Specialist), you will play a vital role in helping individuals explore career interests, secure meaningful employment, and develop the skills needed to succeed and thrive in the workplace. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by supporting clients in achieving independence and reaching their fullest potential. You will be part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values. We provide an opportunity for you to make a difference in the lives of others and offer flexibility in our roles to match your needs. How You'll Make an Impact: • Empowering an Individual to obtain meaningful employment, • Assist with enhancing job skills by monitoring progress through documentation, • Educate employers on the benefits and opportunities of working with people with disabilities, • Advocating for inclusion on the job and reasonable accommodations for the individual, • Competitive pay rates starting at $25 with a weekly pay schedule, • Flexible scheduling, • Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA, and HSA options, • Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training, • Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses, • Positive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around-the-clock clinical support and a team environment that cares, • Paid Time Off: PTO (paid time off), • One year of experience working with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), • High school diploma or equivalent, • ACRE Certification (preferred) We prioritize your well-being, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment that promotes a sense of belonging, where you can achieve your goals. Don't just take our word for it: • Rated 3.8 stars on Indeed & Glassdoor, • Newsweek's Greatest Workplace for Overall, Women, Parents & Families, Diversity Locations We're Hiring: Philadelphia, Northeast Philadelphia Pay: Weekly; $25 based on experience As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates. BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here. BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

Job Description Position Summary: CTT is mandated to provide service to those individuals within the mental health system who present the greatest degree of severity of symptoms as evidenced by their multiple physical, psychiatric and legal conditions; extensive use of services and lack of follow through with treatment. These individuals measure at the highest level of medical necessity as defined by the state Adult Environmental Matrix. The Teams that provide multidisciplinary clinical review and assessment of individuals who may be young adults, heavy users of service or actively involved in the criminal justice system and may also have co-occurring behavioral health diagnoses are generic and specialized. The CM Specialist-2 provides case management supports based on the Community Support Program of Philadelphia with assisting the individual in developing skills required to enhance his/her comfort and abilities to function as a productive member of the community. The CM Specialist-2 takes the lead to act as a liaison and to coordinate team services in one of the (3) areas of their assigned specialty: housing, forensic or benefits and works in collaboration with the Individualized Treatment Team to identify goals, develop, implement and monitor the service plan. The CM Specialist-2 will ensure that the mission, goals and philosophy of ACT are operationalized within the team. The incumbent works with individuals in their community environment assisting them in understanding, acquiring and maintaining independent living skills in the areas of: (a) their daily living situation; (b) interpersonal skills and social support/network building; (c) leisure and recreational support/skill development; (d) maintenance and enhancement of physical and mental needs; (e) obtainment of benefit entitlements and the skills to manage same; (f) housing, forensics and, educational needs. Duties and Responsibilities: • Assesses individual’s strengths, needs and wants, utilizing instruments to operationalize data on the participant’s behalf. This includes completion of Comprehensive Assessments and client-centered Individual Comprehensive Service Plans for each assigned individual, involving all treatment team principals for comprehensiveness., • Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team internally on daily basis and external as needed to ensure coordination between systems; provides linkage with primary care physician to ensure integration of medical and psychiatric service needs; maintains linkage with CBH, family, and all support networks to minimize person’s reliance on acute services., • Periodically completes Environmental Matrix to determine level of care need and delivers services according to individual’s need, ensuring appropriate frequency of contact., • Monitors individual’s progress toward attainment of identified goals through monthly Linkage Meetings to review same; goals should be short term, measurable and obtainable. Plans should be updated according to regulatory standards and all related activities documented on appropriate agency forms., • Liaises, communicates with and represents individual via telephone contacts and face-to-face meetings. This includes regular contact with individual and community service providers in order to respond to individual’s changing needs, assist in problem resolution and provide advocacy mechanism to ensure that needs are met., • Participates in in-patient treatment team and discharge planning meetings; monitors individual’s treatment and progress during hospitalizations., • Maintains and updates community resource file on housing, forensic or benefits resources; assists individual in accessing same and provides necessary training around use in order to facilitate individual’s ability to use resources independently; attends DBH sponsored training on housing resources and shares information with team; participates in internal specialist meetings as scheduled., • Accompanies individual to appointments (financial entitlements, housing, court, probation, etc.) to provide support and assistance., • Provides training to individual on use of public transportation, job seeking skills, the identification and use of social and recreational resources, etc., • Participates in daily team meetings and Clinical Care Meetings to problem solve around persons needing extensive services for specific times; attends Open Forum and other required agency meetings., • Attends in-service and other trainings in order to meet mandated training hours., • Completes required documentation in timely manner., • Assists individual to increase community tenure, enhance quality of life and attain highest level of independent functioning., • Provides after hours work including: a) participation in weekly on call rotation schedule to permit 24 hour/7 day a week access to service; b) and participation in evening and weekend shift work schedules required for delivery of services to CTT’s assigned caseload., • The CM Specialist-2 takes the lead to act as a liaison and to coordinate team services in one of the (3) areas of their assigned specialty: housing, forensic or benefits. Skills Required: Must have good verbal/written communication skills and work well with people; good, creative problem solving skills; ability to work independently and be flexible/adaptive in handling changing priorities in a fast paced work environment; computer skills preferred. Essential Functions: Must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and must have use of a vehicle for work and on call; able to share office space and work as a part of a team; able to work evenings and weekends, and have a good knowledge of City transit system. Equal Opportunity Employment: PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law. Americans with Disabilities Act: Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the lob with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.

Job Description Position Summary: CTT is mandated to provide service to those individuals within the mental health system who present the greatest degree of severity of symptoms as evidenced by their multiple physical, psychiatric and legal conditions; extensive use of services and lack of follow through with treatment. These individuals measure at the highest level of medical necessity as defined by the state Adult Environmental Matrix. The Teams that provide multidisciplinary clinical review and assessment of individuals who may be young adults, heavy users of service or actively involved in the criminal justice system and may also have co-occurring behavioral health diagnoses are generic and specialized. The CM Specialist-2 provides case management supports based on the Community Support Program of Philadelphia with assisting the individual in developing skills required to enhance his/her comfort and abilities to function as a productive member of the community. The CM Specialist-2 takes the lead to act as a liaison and to coordinate team services in one of the (3) areas of their assigned specialty: housing, forensic or benefits and works in collaboration with the Individualized Treatment Team to identify goals, develop, implement and monitor the service plan. The CM Specialist-2 will ensure that the mission, goals and philosophy of ACT are operationalized within the team. The incumbent works with individuals in their community environment assisting them in understanding, acquiring and maintaining independent living skills in the areas of: (a) their daily living situation; (b) interpersonal skills and social support/network building; (c) leisure and recreational support/skill development; (d) maintenance and enhancement of physical and mental needs; (e) obtainment of benefit entitlements and the skills to manage same; (f) housing, forensics and, educational needs. Duties and Responsibilities: • Assesses individual’s strengths, needs and wants, utilizing instruments to operationalize data on the participant’s behalf. This includes completion of Comprehensive Assessments and client-centered Individual Comprehensive Service Plans for each assigned individual, involving all treatment team principals for comprehensiveness., • Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team internally on daily basis and external as needed to ensure coordination between systems; provides linkage with primary care physician to ensure integration of medical and psychiatric service needs; maintains linkage with CBH, family, and all support networks to minimize person’s reliance on acute services., • Periodically completes Environmental Matrix to determine level of care need and delivers., • Monitors individual’s progress toward attainment of identified goals through monthly Linkage Meetings to review same; goals should be short term, measurable and obtainable. Plans should be updated according to regulatory standards and all related activities documented on appropriate agency forms., • Liaises, communicates with and represents individual via telephone contacts and face-to-face meetings. This includes regular contact with individual and community service providers in order to respond to individual’s changing needs, assist in problem resolution and provide advocacy mechanism to ensure that needs are met., • Participates in in-patient treatment team and discharge planning meetings; monitors individual’s treatment and progress during hospitalizations., • Maintains and updates community resource file on housing, forensic or benefits resources; assists individual in accessing same and provides necessary training around use in order to facilitate individual’s ability to use resources independently; attends DBH sponsored training on housing resources and shares information with team; participates in internal specialist meetings as scheduled., • Accompanies individual to appointments (financial entitlements, housing, court, probation, etc.) to provide support and assistance., • Provides training to individual on use of public transportation, job seeking skills, the identification and use of social and recreational resources, etc., • Participates in daily team meetings and Clinical Care Meetings to problem solve around persons needing extensive services for specific times; attends Open Forum and other required agency meetings., • Attends in-service and other trainings in order to meet mandated training hours., • Completes required documentation in timely manner., • Assists individual to increase community tenure, enhance quality of life and attain highest level of independent functioning., • Provides after hours work including: a) participation in weekly on call rotation schedule to permit 24 hour/7 day a week access to service; b) and participation in evening and weekend shift work schedules required for delivery of services to CTT’s assigned caseload., • The CM Specialist-2 takes the lead to act as a liaison and to coordinate team services in one of the (3) areas of their assigned specialty: housing, forensic or benefits. Provides training to individual on use of public transportation, job seeking skills, the identification and use of social and recreational resources, etc. Skills Required: Must have good verbal/written communication skills and work well with people; good, creative problem solving skills; ability to work independently and be flexible/adaptive in handling changing priorities in a fast paced work environment; computer skills preferred. Education and Experience: Master’s degree in (including but not limited to) sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, political science, history, criminal justice, theology, counseling, education. Preferred 1 year clinical experience post Masters working with adults with behavioral health conditions. Expertise in behavioral health with working knowledge in one (1) or more of the following required: criminal justice system, geriatric, housing or entitlement issues. Essential Functions: Must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and must have use of a vehicle for work and on call; able to share office space and work as a part of a team; able to work evenings and weekends, and have a good knowledge of City transit system. Equal Opportunity Employment: PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law. Americans with Disabilities Act: Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the job with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.

Job Description We offer the following excellent benefits including: Loan forgiveness, Free parking, Medical, Vision, Prescription, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Dental, Life and Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Referral program, Employee Assistance Program and more! Position Summary: CTT is mandated to provide service to those individuals within the mental health system who present the greatest degree of severity of symptomatology as evidenced by their multiple physical, psychiatric and legal conditions, extensive use of services and lack of follow through with treatment. This population requires the highest level of medical necessity as defined by the state Adult Environmental Matrix. The Teams that provide multidisciplinary clinical review and assessment of individuals who may be young adults, heavy users of service, or actively involved in the criminal justice system and may also have ccoccurring behavioral health diagnoses are generic and specialized. The Case Management Specialist (CM Specialist) provides case management supports based on the Community Support Program of Philadelphia with assisting individuals in developing skills required to enhance his/her comfort and abilities to function as a productive member of the community. The CM Specialist takes the lead in one of five (5) areas of specialty: vocational, housing, D&A, forensic or Benefits/Entitlements; and works in collaboration with the primary case manager to identify goals, develop, implement and monitor the service plan. The CM Specialist will ensure that the mission, goals and philosophy of the CTT are operationalized within the team. The incumbent works with individuals in their community environment assisting them in understanding, acquiring and maintaining independent living skills in the areas of: (a) their daily living situation; (b) interpersonal skills and social support/network building; (c) leisure and recreational support/skill development; (d) maintenance and enhancement of physical and mental needs; (e) obtainment of benefit entitlements and the skills to manage same; (f) vocational and educational needs. Duties and Responsibilities: • Assesses individual’s strengths, needs and wants utilizing instruments to operationalize data on the consumer’s behalf. This includes completion of Strengths Assessment and client-centered Unified Personal Plan for each assigned individual, involving all treatment team principles for comprehensiveness., • Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team internally on daily basis and external, as needed, to ensure coordination between systems; provides linkage with primary care physician to ensure integration of medical and psychiatric service needs; maintains linkage with CBH to minimize person’s reliance on acute services., • Periodically completes Environmental Matrix to determine level of care needed and delivers services according to individual’s needs; ensuring appropriate frequency of contact., • Monitors individual’s progress toward attainment of identified goals through monthly meetings to review same. Goals should be short term, measurable and obtainable. Plans should be updated according to regulatory standards and all related activities documented on appropriate agency forms., • Liaises, communicates with and represents individuals via telephone contact and face to-face meetings. This includes regular contact with individual and community service providers in order to respond to individual’s changing needs, assist in problem resolution and provide advocacy mechanisms to ensure that needs are met., • Participates in in-patient treatment team and discharge planning meetings; monitors individual’s treatment and progress during hospitalizations., • Maintains and updates community resource file on housing, vocational, D&A, forensic and benefits resources; assists individual in accessing same and provides necessary training around use in order to facilitate individual’s ability to use resources independently; attends DBH or Community sponsored training within their specialty area; provides periodic training to and shares information with team; participates in internal specialist meetings, as scheduled., • Accompanies individuals to appointments (financial entitlements, housing, ed/voc sites, court, probation, etc.) to provide support and assistance., • Provides training to individual on use of public transportation, job seeking skills, identification and use of social and recreational resources, etc., • Participates in daily team meetings and Clinical Care Meetings to problem solve around persons needing extensive services for specific times; attends Open Forum and other required agency meetings., • Participates in daily team meetings and Clinical Care Meetings to problem solve around persons needing extensive services for specific times: attends Open Forum and other required agency meetings., • Attends in-service and other trainings in order to meet mandated training hours., • Completes required documentation in timely manner., • Assists individuals to increase community tenure, enhance quality of life and attain highest level of independent functioning., • Provides after hours work including: a) participation in weekly on call rotation schedule to permit 24 hour/7 day a week access to service; b) participation in evening and weekend shift work schedules required for delivery of services to CU’s assigned caseload. Must have good verbal/written communication skills and work well with others; good, creative problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and be flexible/adaptive in handling changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment; computer skills preferred. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in (including but not limited to) sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, political science, history, criminal justice, theology, counseling or education with two (2) years related experience preferred; Bachelor’s Degree in nursing with 3 years mental health direct care experience; be a Registered Nurse (RN). Expertise in behavioral health with one or more of the following required: criminal justice system, substance abuse, vocational, geriatric, MR, housing or entitlement issues. Physical Demands/Essential Functions: Able to sit for at least one (1) hour at a time. Able to climb stairs when visiting participant residences. Able to lift up to 20 pounds when assisting participants with residential moves. Able to work in the community, some part of every work day. Must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and access to a vehicle; able to share office space and work as a part of a team; able to work evenings and weekends and have a good knowledge of City transit system. Equal Opportunity Employment: PMHCC, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. It is our policy to support equal employment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual preferences, age, national origin, disability, behavioral health status, military status or any other characteristic protected by law. Americans with Disabilities Act: Employees as well as applicants who are currently, or become disabled, must be able to perform the functions of the lob with either reasonable accommodation or unaided. PMHCC, Inc. will examine reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the law