Case Manager | Western Region of South Dakota

Benchmark Human Services•Spearfish, SD

1d•$43,888 - $49,910•Remote

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Case Manager serving the Western Region of South Dakota, including the Spearfish and Rapid City area. This is a remote position, and candidates must live in South Dakota. The Case Manager provides resources and support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families and guardians. The role focuses on connecting individuals and families with resources that support overall health, safety, and well-being, inclusion in the community, greater independence, and the individual's potential. The position involves assessments, advocacy, person-centered planning, service coordination, recordkeeping, and collaboration with individuals, families, guardians, state officials, and interdisciplinary team members. The Case Manager must follow company policies and applicable South Dakota Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities, and Home and Community Based Services requirements.

Requirements

A degree in a human services field is preferred, or at least 2 years of work in health or human services.
Valid driver's license and ability to maintain auto insurance.
Excellent communication skills.
Must live in South Dakota.
Selected candidates must complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

A degree in a human services field.

Responsibilities

Follow company policies and procedures and applicable South Dakota Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities, and Home and Community Based Services rules.
Perform evaluations and assessments to meet the needs of individuals served.
Help individuals access financial assistance, residential planning, vocational, recreational and educational opportunities, healthcare, in-home supports, day services, legal services, nutrition, transportation, social services, and other resources.
Advocate for services that support individuals' success.
Maintain case records.
Prepare, update, and monitor person-centered plans, using discovery through Charting the LifeCourse and Person Centered Thinking tools.
Support individuals to participate in and direct the development of their person-centered plans.
Coordinate meetings with individuals, families, guardians, and interdisciplinary team members as required.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with individuals, families, guardians, state officials, and team members.
Record work and billing time according to company policies.
Track, monitor, and enter specified data points.
Immediately report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to a supervisor or department head.
Comply with standards intended to ensure the health and safety of individuals served.