Home and Community Based Waiver Case Manager

Seven Counties Services•Louisville, KY

About The Position

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Conducts 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. Provides case consultation (i. e., consulting with service providers/collaterals in determining client’s status and progress). Communicates with supervisor about issues related to case management, resourcing, service collaboration, and development of new resources. Provides psychosocial education to clients and/or family members to increase their understanding of client’s illness, physical condition, or social situation. Performs crisis assistance (i. e., intervention on behalf of client, making arrangements for emergency referrals, coordinates other needed emergency services). May serve as Primary Case Coordinator (PCC), with volume and complexity of PCC assignments depending on incumbent’s skill and autonomy. EDUCATION 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 Zero to one year’s experience in case management/service coordination or working directly with relevant client population or, with relevant master’s degree, no experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or related field as approved by Medicaid, or as required by applicable funding source.
Zero to one year’s experience in case management/service coordination or working directly with relevant client population or, with relevant master’s degree, no experience.
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.

Responsibilities

Conducts 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.
Provides case consultation (i. e., consulting with service providers/collaterals in determining client’s status and progress).
Communicates with supervisor about issues related to case management, resourcing, service collaboration, and development of new resources.
Provides psychosocial education to clients and/or family members to increase their understanding of client’s illness, physical condition, or social situation.
Performs crisis assistance (i. e., intervention on behalf of client, making arrangements for emergency referrals, coordinates other needed emergency services).
May serve as Primary Case Coordinator (PCC), with volume and complexity of PCC assignments depending on incumbent’s skill and autonomy.

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability - Company Paid
Competitive Compensation Packages
Life Insurance - Company Paid
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company Paid
403b Retirement Plan with Company Funded Matching
Retirement and Financial Planning Services
Tuition Assistance Plans
Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Clinical Supervision toward licensure and reimbursement for certain license applications
At Seven Counties Services training is one of our highest priorities. We provide company paid professional training for various skills, certifications, and continuing education
Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us
Leadership Academy for our rising stars, supervisors, and leaders
Seven Counties Services and Center for Clinical Excellence provide staff with industry best practices and processes
Paid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. (10 Paid Holidays)
Flexible Work Schedules to promote a Healthy Work Life Balance
Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being