Transitional Case Manager

Wheeler•New Britain, CT

3d•$21

About The Position

Wheeler's vision is that all people will have the opportunity to grow, change and live healthier, productive lives. Our mission is to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth at all stages of life. POSITION SUMMARY The Transitional Case Manager provides ongoing support to the criminal offender population both pre- and post release from incarceration. The Transitional Case Manager also ensures ongoing insurance authorizations, helps the support the client with obtaining suitable housing, transportation, identifying jobs skills, and other social needs. Hourly Rate $21

Requirements

Bachelor's degree plus a strong knowledge of the criminal offender population and community resources is required.
Good interpersonal and customer service skills are also required.
A valid CT state driver’s license is necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

Registration and concurrent auths of all Medicaid clients into the state managed care provider's website.
Together with the Clinician, determines eligibility and acceptance into the TCM Program.
Meets with clients pre-release for approximately 3-4 months, followed by post- release for another 3-4 months.
Provides outreach and support to the clients to maintain engagement and program compliance. Site visits to client housing, meetings with probation/parole officers, etc.
Facilitates a weekly Case Management Group, helping clients identify recovery needs (Housing, school, employment, medical, food stamps, CT driver's license, birth certificates, etc.).
Monitors all program purchases and housing payment requests. Accountable for providing monthly receipts to the Program Manager.
Provides monthly statistics to the program funder.
Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo
Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna
Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health
Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance
403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company
Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program
Access training and development opportunities
Recharge with generous paid time off, including:
15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge
8 sick days per year for your well-being
2 personal days per year for your personal needs
2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you
9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones
Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)