Case Manager

ST JOHN OF GOD COMMUNITY SERVICES•Deptford Township, NJ

1d•$45,000 - $45,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Case Manager coordinates the implementation of Individual Employment Plans (IEPs). This role assesses and monitors the implementation and effectiveness of clinical interventions, conducts individual and group therapeutic sessions with program participants, and coordinates behavior management. The Case Manager discusses areas affecting program participants with related health services, DDD case managers, DVR counselors, Support Coordinators, and families/legal guardians/group home staff. This role fosters input in communications, is aware of HIPAA regarding Personal Health Information (PHI) and recognizes that the highest quality of service is delivered with Hospitality, Respect, Quality, Spirituality, and Responsibility, the core values of the Agency, and maintains confidentiality of departmental records, persons, and activities. Coworkers are expected to perform their duties in such a way that enhances the dignity and quality of life of all the children and clients that we serve. St. John of God Community Services (the Agency) is a service of The Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, a Religious Order of the Roman Catholic Church, whose mission is to serve the sick, poor, and needy people in over 50 countries worldwide. St. John of God Community Services expects the following to be met by all coworkers: Understands and supports the Agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values. Understands and Respects the Catholic Identity of The Hospitaller Order of St. John of God and St. John of God Community Services. Adheres to Agency and departmental policies and procedures. Acts as a role model within and outside the Agency while maintaining information in a confidential and needs-to-know manner regarding persons served, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners. Performs duties as the workload necessitates by demonstrating flexibility, efficient time management, and the ability to prioritize one’s workload. Responds appropriately to interruptions, emergencies, and various safety and evacuation drills. Treats attendance and punctuality as essential components of the job. Communicates on a timely basis with a supervisor about departmental issues and concerns affecting the safety and well-being of all.

Requirements

B.S. in Psychology, VR or related Human services field.
One (1) to three (3) years prior adult counseling or related work with persons with disabilities.
Valid driver’s license with appropriate levels of insurance; CDL or eligibility.
Eligible for C.R.C. and willingness to pursue.
Ability to facilitate and coordinate the work of others.
Knowledge of non-profit educational/training environment.
Familiarity with funders such as DVRS and DDD.
Required skills, knowledge, and ability to perform job.
Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships.
Ability to learn new tasks quickly.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Close vision: Clear vision at 20 inches or less.
Distance vision: Clear vision at 20 feet or more.
Color Vision: The ability to identify and distinguish colors.
Peripheral vision: To observe an area that can be seen up/down or to the left/right, while the eyes are fixed on a given point.
Depth perception: The ability to judge distance and spatial relationships.
Focus adjustment/ability: To adjust eyes to bring an object into sharp focus.
Hear/process for conversation speech.
Effective articulation.
Voice Projection.
Read and write at college level.

Nice To Haves

M.S. preferred with upper experience range.
Already obtained CRC preferred.
ASL or Deaf Studies preferred.
Lifting unassisted: Up to 25 pounds, from the floor level to the at waist level.
Lifting assisted: Up to 50 pounds, from any level.
Standing/Walking: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position or moving about a work area.
Bending/Stooping: Continual, intermittent flexing of the spine; bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
Crouching/Kneeling: Bending legs at knees; coming to rest on knees.
Crawling: Moving about a surface on hands and knees.
Pushing/Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from or toward the force.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like, using feet and legs, and hands and arms.
Distinguish foreground/background sounds.
Hear high/low frequencies.
Taste: The ability to distinguish different flavors.
Smell: The ability to distinguish different scents.
Touch: The ability to distinguish tactually.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the implementation of Individual Employment Plans (IEPs).
Assesses and monitors the implementation and effectiveness of clinical interventions.
Conducts individual and group therapeutic sessions with program participants.
Coordinates behavior management.
Discusses areas affecting program participants with related health services, DDD case managers, DVR counselors, Support Coordinators, and families/legal guardians/group home staff.
Fosters input in communications.
Maintains confidentiality of departmental records, persons, and activities.