**Must live in Maryland**

Are you looking to change lives and serve those in need? If so, WJ Community Integration Services (WJCIS) is the organization for you! WJCIS is a growing organization that offers career growth and continuous opportunities! We are passionate about giving back to the community and serving vulnerable populations through empowerment and person-centered approaches!

We are currently hiring Supports Planners/Case Managers who live in the Montgomery County and Prince Georges County, Md. area to work in Maryland’s dynamic Community First Choice program! Potential Supports Planners/Case Managers will need to be highly motivated and have a passion for advocating and serving vulnerable populations with complex needs! This position will help individuals overcome barriers while connecting them to program and community services as they transition or continue to live safely in the community with supports!

The Supports Planner/Case Manager primary duties are:

• Develop a person-centered plan that encompasses program and community services.
• Conduct monthly calls and quarterly visits to assess participant’s need, supports and service delivery.
• Conduct team meetings and negotiate to resolve conflicts.
• Work with vulnerable populations of all ages with a range of complex needs.
• Accurately input daily billing/documentation in the MD LTSS tracking system.
• Coordinate with local health departments, Maryland Department of Health, community and program providers, and other stakeholders to ensure the delivery of quality and person-centered services.
• Train participants and providers on program eligibility and services, self-direction and technology systems.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date records and files for each participant served.
• Identify, document, and communicate to appropriate authorities, all reportable events to include abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Be responsible for applicants enrollment into the CFC, CPAS, HCBOW or ICS programs.
• Facilitates the transition of participants from the nursing facility out into the community.
• Follows all COMAR regulations and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

• Must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a human services field, including psychology, social work, sociology, nursing, counseling, or a related field,
• Have at least one year of case management experience and/or working with individual with medical, mental health and developmental disabilities.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations in various age, race, ethnicities, and culture.
• Experience working with Medicaid funded programs.
• Ability to use critical thinking skills and use conflict resolution.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience writing person-centered plans and locating community resources.
• Highly organized, understands participant choice and empowerment.
• Must be able to work from main office during initial training period and attend all company and state in- person and virtual trainings and meetings.
• Must have a designated home office space which meet all HIPAA requirements and able to work from home-based office, having high speed internet connection.
• Must have strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to type at least 25 wpm.

Transportation Requirements:

• Ability to travel locally within 40 miles and/or 45 min. from your current residence.
• Reliable transportation for weekly visits with a valid driver’s license and record in good standing.

**Travel may be less during COVID-19 period **

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you live in the state of Maryland?
• What are your salary requirements?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Required)

Location:

• Gaithersburg, MD (Required)

Work Location: Remote