Case Manager - Youth Oscoda Office Case Manager

Status: Full‑Time, Non-Exempt
Rate: $21.74 – $22.62 per hour

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• BC/BS PPO Medical Coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pension Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Student Loan Payment Assistance
• Term Life Insurance
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• AFLAC Options

The Care Manager provides services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, and/or intellectual or developmental disabilities. This role ensures individuals receive the necessary supports to achieve community inclusion, independence, and meaningful participation in home and community-based settings. Responsibilities include advocacy, service coordination, linkage to supports, and ongoing monitoring to ensure quality, continuity, and accessibility of services.

Core functions include service planning, assessment, coordination, and documentation.

• Develop, coordinate, monitor, and document person-centered service plans.
• Conduct comprehensive annual assessments identifying strengths, needs, and supports across all life domains.
• Coordinate with treatment teams, natural supports, and other disciplines to ensure appropriate evaluations and services.
• Lead the annual person-centered planning process and provide ongoing evaluation of service plans.
• Link individuals to internal and external services based on assessed needs.
• Advocate for individuals and collaborate with families, community partners, and service providers.
• Monitor service provision to ensure fidelity to the person-centered plan and modify plans as needed.
• Review provider reports and compile quarterly summaries reflecting progress toward goals.
• Provide preventive and supportive interventions to promote empowerment and self-determination.
• Serve as a liaison with courts, hospitals, and other institutions to support continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation, data, and case records in accordance with Medicaid, State, Regional, and agency standards.
• Manage waiver certification and re-certification processes.
• Provide consultation and assistance to Direct Support Staff.
• Participate in committees, community engagement activities, and Emergency Services On‑Call (as applicable).
• Travel within the service area and statewide as needed; work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays when necessary.

• Work collaboratively with staff, individuals served, and external partners.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, productivity, and competence.
• Support orientation and training efforts for new staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field recognized by the State of Michigan for Care Management.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with mental health conditions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, and standard office equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document accurately.
• Sound judgment, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organization and time‑management abilities.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, Waiver, and Level of Care guidelines.
• Ability to support the implementation of new requirements and program developments.

Licensure & Certifications

• Certification as a QMHP, QIDP, CMHP, or applicable Michigan licensure.
• Maintain all required trainings and certifications.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and vehicle insurance per Michigan law.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.

Wellvance (formerly AuSable Valley Community Mental Health Authority) provides state-funded public mental health services to individuals in Iosco, Ogemaw, and Oscoda counties. We serve individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), Serious Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), and Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED). Our mission is to deliver high-quality, person-centered, and cost-effective services that support independence and community integration.

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