Targeted Case Manager (TCM)

JOB TITLE: Targeted Case Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting the individual with disabilities and their support network to identify, select, obtain, and coordinate by using both paid services and natural supports to enhance the individual's independence, integration, and productivity as outlined in the individual's Person Centered Support Plan. Performs other duties as directed by Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Determines on an ongoing basis the individual’s preferred lifestyle, current and potential strengths, resources, and basic needs.
• Facilitates the development, update, and monitor the Person Centered Support Plans, and Person Centered Service Plans, with the participation of the individual and their support network.
• Provides support by identifying, securing, and coordinating supports and services outlined in the Person Centered Support Plans and Person Centered Service Plans.
• Maintains regular communication with other providers of serviced as identified on the Person Centered Support Plans.
• Provides oversight to monitor the individual’s satisfaction and their quality of services.
• Advocates with the individual and their support network to gain access to needed services, entitlements, and seeks modification of service systems, when necessary to increase accessibility and appropriateness.
• Participates in transition and portability plans for individuals leaving institutions, transitioning from high school to adult services, or other transitions in that person's life.
• Maintains necessary documentation for tracking targeted case management, case notes, billing, and program evaluation that are in compliance with Kansas Department of Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), Sedgwick County Community Developmental Disability Organization (SCDDO), Medicaid/KanCare, and other regulatory agency guidelines.
• Maintains accurate and current documentation as required by the organization and/or is needed for the case records.
• Completes reports and/or compile information as needed by CPRF, SCDDO, and/or KDADS.
• Meets requirements for Targeted Case Management as stated by SCDDO and/or KDADS.
• Reports all suspected cases of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation as required by Department of Children & Families (DCF)/Adult Protective Services (APS), SCDDO, KDADS and the agency.
• Treats persons with disabilities with respect and dignity.
• Protects the confidentiality of information of which you have knowledge or access to unless released by signed consent for a specific purpose.
• Participates in training as outlined by Director, as required by KDADS and SCDDO to remain qualified to provide Targeted Case Management services.
• Submits billable activity and case notes in a timely manner. The Targeted Case Manager is to meet the minimum monthly expectation of 70% of their time billed.
• May transport clients to appointments, other service providers, etc. as necessary.
• Performs other duties as directed by Director.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation, or related areas required. Relevant full-time experience in the field of services to individuals who are developmentally disabled may substitute for any portion of a Bachelor's Degree at a rate of six months of experience for each semester.

EXPERIENCE: Six months or more of full-time experience in field of services to developmentally disabled individuals required.

SKILLS: Good oral and written communication skills; computer literacy – able to process progress and case notes, transfer billings to an electronic billing system. Excellent time management skills. Self-directed. Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Normal physical exertion. Requires sitting, standing, bending, and reaching. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate machines such as computers, copier, fax machine, and telephone. Requires normal range of hearing and vision. Must be able to meet clients, referral agencies, and other resources in the community and county.

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS: Daily mental concentration required; some creativity required as to assessing methods and procedures. Must handle diverse work problems on a daily basis. Personal maturity and sensitivity are important attributes.

Requires adherences to CPRF values regarding diversity and inclusion.

Requires appropriate handling of diverse work problems on a daily basis.

Requires personal maturity and sensitivity regarding diversity/inclusion issues

WORKING CONDITIONS: Office environment; also residential environment; Surroundings can be dirty or noisy; 40 - 45 hours per week required for full-time; Travel on a daily basis to meet with clients, support network, and community resources.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $18 - $20