Michelle P Waiver Case Manager - Developmental Disabilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSConducts and documents comprehensive assessment of client and/or client s needs. Participates in development of client s service plan, consistent with assessment. Arranges for delivery of needed services, as identified in assessment. Assists client in accessing needed services through, for example, referrals or linkages. Monitors client s progress by making referrals, tracking client s appointments, performing follow-up on services rendered, and performing periodic reassessments of client s changing needs.

Performs advocacy activities on behalf of client (e.g. writing letters to expedite entitlement payments, encouraging client or family members to advocate on own behalf). Prepares and maintains case records documenting contacts, services needed, reports, client s progress, etc., in accordance with SCS and regulatory standards.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Bachelor s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or related field as approved by Medicaid, or as required by applicable funding source.

• Experience preferred but not required.

• Position requires lifting of 20 pounds maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to 10 pounds, or requires significant periods of walking or standing.
• May involve 24-hour on-call responsibilities.
• Reliable transportation for frequent travel.

Within the bounds of their respective job descriptions, all staff are expected to exercise principle-centered leadership, focused on customer service responsiveness, with a continuous quality improvement orientation. Additionally, all staff are expected to develop a working knowledge of and follow all policies and procedures related to safety management and other Joint Commission standards.

Time Type: Full time

Seven Counties Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or protected veteran status.