Skill Builder 4926 - Lafayette, United States - Meridian Health Services

Meridian Health Services

Verified Company

Lafayette, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

_Focusing on "Whole-Person" Healthcare_

_Text 4926 to for Quick Apply_

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 Connxxions and Children's Program located in Lafayette, 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.

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Skill Builder provides case management services, working in conjunction with the clinical team for coordination of care.

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Skill Builder works with the patient on a day to day basis using professional judgment and discretion to implement the team determined treatment plan.

This position works Monday-Friday 8am-5 pm. Travel is required for patient needs and other job-related duties.

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. Selfcare, 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 hormonalinduced emotional mood swings, selfcare, 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 reassessments.
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.

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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 wellbeing

Meridian Health Services provides the following benefits:

Health, dental, vision plans
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 Covidrelated 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.