Skill Builder

Skill Builder Opportunity

Focusing on "Whole-Person" Healthcare 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 for our Children's Program located in Jay County, 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. A Skill Builder provides case management services, working in conjunction with the clinical team for coordination of care. A Skill Builder works with the patient on a day-to-day basis using professional judgment and discretion to implement the team determined treatment plan.

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. Self-care, 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 hormonal-induced emotional mood swings, self-care, 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 re-assessments.
• 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.

We are seeking Skill Builder candidates with the following qualities:

• 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 well-being

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 Covid-related 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.