What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caseworker - Behavioral Health Intervention Services position at Orchard Place?
As a Behavioral Health Intervention Services (BHIS) Caseworker, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Iowa kids and their families. Employees are valued here at Orchard Place, and we are committed to providing a culture of open communication, a collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Orchard Place values diversity, equity and inclusion, and we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is the key to innovation and excellence; therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.
As a valued member of the Orchard Place team, you will have the ability to:
- Make a significant impact on and provide valuable input in the overall care and treatment for the children and their families that we serve.
- Experience the journey and celebrate in the success of being a part of a youth’s growth and progress.
- Be a part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the best care to our clients.
- Receive professional development and training opportunities at no cost to you. Orchard Place values growth and change, and we are here to support you through your own personal career development.
- Enjoy a competitive benefits and time off package.
- Have your own laptop, office space, cell phone, and mileage reimbursement.
- Earn bonuses for exceeding billable hour expectations.
- Have your employment at Orchard Place qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF forgives the remaining balance on your federal Direct Loans after you make 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full time for a qualifying public service employer (such as Orchard Place).
As a BHIS Caseworker, you will:
- Utilize creative interventions to modify the psychological, behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and social factors to help the youth make healthy/positive choices.
- Completing intake interview and paperwork, creating treatment plans with families, writing discharge summaries
- Provide family support and promote positive parenting skills in an effort to promote self-sufficiency.
- Provide professional service by maintaining staff/client relationship boundaries
- Engage and coach youth and families in skill development (i.e. coping, communication, problem solving, etc.)
Sound like a good fit? A few requirements include:
- Bachelor’s degree in social sciences field plus a minimum of 1 year of experience or 20 hours training in child mental health OR bachelor’s degree in non-social science field plus a minimum of 2 years’ experience or 30 hours training in child mental health.
- Flexibility to work evenings to better serve our clients
- Excellent time management and ability to manage your own schedule
- Ability to engage youth and family
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Previous caseworker experience such as BHIS, FSRP, etc. is helpful
- Valid driver's license and driving record that meets agency guidelines
Criminal, Abuse Registry and Motor Vehicle Record checks completed.