Social Worker | Care Manager (Mhrt/C Or Eligible) - Pediatrics

Do you believe every child deserves the support they need to thrive? Join PCHC's Care Management team as a Pediatric Social Worker/Care Manager, helping children and families navigate challenges, access vital resources, and overcome barriers to care. You'll partner with pediatric providers and community agencies to advocate for families, coordinate services, and make a meaningful difference in children's health and well-being. If you bring at least three years of healthcare social work experience, including one year of case management, and community resource experience, and thrive on collaboration and problem-solving, we'd love to hear from you!

This position may work in a Designated Healthcare Facility which is subject to the State of Maine's immunization requirements for healthcare workers. If hired, you will be required to show a Certificate of Immunization, or Proof of Immunity, against: 1.) Rubeola (measles); Mumps; Rubella (German measles); Varicella; Hepatitis B; and Influenza.

What's it like to work at PCHC? Find out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyC3DFYq0zg

Schedule: Full-Time, Salaried, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Schedule may have some flexibility depending on final candidate's preferences)

Highlights of the position:

• Meaningful, Family-Centered Work: Build relationships with children and caregivers, understand their unique needs, and help families navigate challenges that affect their health and well-being.
• Advocacy That Makes a Difference: Help families overcome barriers to care, exploring available resources, and connecting them with the right services and supports.
• Collaborative Care: Partner with pediatric providers and an interdisciplinary team to assess clinical and social needs, coordinate services, and develop approaches to optimize each child's well-being.
• Community Connections: Build strong working relationships with community agencies, social service providers, and other community partners to help families access resources and navigate systems of care.
• Flexible, Relationship-Based Support: Connect with patients and caregivers in person, by phone, or through Telehealth, adapting your approach to meet their needs.
• A Voice for Every Family: Help ensure children and caregivers feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions about their care while protecting their privacy and maintaining confidentiality.

Join PCHC's nationally recognized non-profit organization:

• Federally Qualified Health Center offering integrated Medical Home Model
• Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership
• Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits
• PCHC provides comprehensive, patient-centered care with integrated services, including Psychiatry & Mental Health, Dental, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Laboratory Services, Physical Therapy, and more!

Education and Experience:

• BS in Social Work or Social Services related field required for Pediatric Care Managers
• MHRT-C preferred (or eligibility for MHRT-C) for Pediatric Care Managers
• Minimum of three years direct experience in social work in a health care setting required
• At least one year of case management experience required.
• Must have experience helping patients using community agencies
• Having a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and/or an appropriate length of driving experience for insurance purposes is required. Any concerns raised by the results of a driving record check will be subject to an individualized review to determine whether the infraction is relevant to the individual's ability to perform the responsibilities of the position, in accordance with PCHC's Automobile Safety and Background Check policy.
• Will have up-to-date training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support issued by American heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain within 2 weeks if not current at hire.

Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing recruitment@pchc.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.