Licensed Psychiatric Case Manager

Lehigh Valley Health Network

. Provide mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention services for adult and/or child members .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeAllentown • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, with a strong focus on case management and care coordination. Proficient in navigating community resources and advocating for patient stability while ensuring compliance with mental health procedures.

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Mental Health AssessmentCase ManagementLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)Crisis InterventionCommunity Resource Coordination

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Hard Skills

Mental Health DiagnosisTreatment PlanningUtilization ManagementClinical AssessmentCrisis Intervention Services

Soft Skills

Patient AdvocacyCalmness Under StressCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Industry Keywords

Mental Health Procedures ActDischarge PlanningQuality Improvement ActivitiesCommunity ServicesPatient Care Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention services for adult and/or child members
Coordinate patient care and assist patients in accessing community services and resources
Oversee utilization management, including service authorization and denial and appeal processes
Ensure discharge planning documentation is clear, concise, timely, and aligned with treatment team recommendations
Conduct clinical assessments and treatment interventions with patients and families
Provide case management and care coordination services
Advocate for patients’ community stability
Liaise between patients, referral sources, and funders
Manage voluntary and involuntary mental health commitment processes under the Pennsylvania Mental Health Procedures Act
Participate in departmental or program quality improvement activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree Social Work, Counseling, or related field
Ability to remain patient and calm in stressful situations
Knowledge of community resources and ability to make appropriate referrals to community and governmental agencies
Understanding of clients’ psychosocial and medical needs to formulate an integrated, comprehensive treatment plan
One of the following Pennsylvania credentials: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), or LSW (Licensed Social Worker)
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 lbs.
Frequent to continuous standing/walking
Ability to perform role-specific activities including kneeling, bending, squatting, and CPR
Availability for Mon–Fri 1:00p–9:00p schedule with weekend and holiday rotation

Benefits

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