Social Work Aide II (Medical Case Manager) - COIP, School of Public Health

Hiring Department: Commty Outreach Intervent Proj

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1024054

Posting Close Date:

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description:

The Community Outreach Intervention Projects seeks a Full-Time Social Work Aide II, Medical Case Manager to work at their storefront offices. The Medical Case Manager will provide direct services under AIDS Foundation Chicago's Co-operative Case Management system to community-based clients living with HIV/AIDS. The case manager will carry a caseload of 25-60 clients with high acuity ratings based on multiple diagnoses involving substance use, mental health, HIV status, and physical problems predating HIV. The case manager will provide client-centered, confidential services that link clients with a core, including legal assistance, medical transportation, emergency financial assistance, food, and housing. The aim is to help individuals living with HIV access primary medical care and medications, identify and remove barriers to medical care, and ensure adherence to the prescribed treatment plan to achieve viral suppression.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Determine client eligibility and enroll clients in case management. Develop initial service plans and link clients to appropriate social and medical services. Submit a reassessment as required and update service plans; revise plans when significant shifts occur in clients’ needs.

• Assist clients with private/public health insurance through effective benefits management practices. Maintain and use reminders in Provide and Outlook to track needed follow-up for client ADAP and other application submissions.

• Receive and appropriately document telephone and face-to-face meetings with program participants as required to assess needs. Work with medical care providers (e.g., case conferencing, care conference) to ensure comprehensive medical care is provided and monitored based on the client's medical and psychosocial needs.

• Maintain confidential client records, scanning and uploading documents using agency guidelines, including processing transferred records.

• Performs chart audits to ensure compliance with program requirements and promote successful outcomes during funding agencies' site visits. Participates in monthly case conferencing with the UI Health Community Clinic Network (UCCN) medical team.

• Receive, record, and transmit messages from program participants, communicate with community partners, and respond to case management consults and referral requests to address client needs.

• The individual will attend required internal and external meetings and in-house training as needed

• Other duties as required for effective teamwork or as assigned by the supervisor

• Travel to 5 field stations located in low socioeconomic areas of Chicago is required.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. One year of work experience comparable to a Social Work Aide I

2. Any combination totaling two years from the following categories:

A. work experience which provided knowledge of human behavior, including the ability to cope with a variety of people and/or understand the importance of people’s needs and feelings, in a public/customer service environment.

B. college course work in social or behavioral sciences or related field, measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

• 15 semester hours equal six months
• 30 semester hours equal one year

• General computer literacy.
• Good communication skills in oral and written form.
• Previous Case Management experience beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Lived experience.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

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