What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager - Healthy Families (Viroqua) position at FAMILY & CHILDRENS CENTER?
BASIC PURPOSE: Partner with families of children 0-5 as they tackle life's stressors by home visiting through the Healthy Families America model.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide direct services to individuals and families referred to the Healthy Families program; in accordance to Healthy Families America’s Best Practice Standards; maintaining a reliable level of attendance necessary to perform the job; scheduling to be based on what best meets the needs of our participants and Family & Children’s Center.
- Interview and assess family history and strengths of those families newly referred to Healthy Families Program.
- Adequately plan and prepare for each weekly visit with referred and enrolled families
- Record visits and activities, within 48 hours, in the EHR system.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings.
- Review case updates with clinical supervisor.
- Complete 40 hours per year staff development (20 for part/time) including a diversity credit, Blood borne Pathogen credit, wellness/self-care credit, CMS (billing fraud) training, abuse/neglect indicators & reporting requirements and continuing education in topics directly related to this position.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ENVIRONMENT:
Education, Training & Work Experience: Bachelor’s degree in related field with minimum of three years’ relevant experience, preferred.
Specialized Knowledge & Skills: Working knowledge of child development, behavioral management techniques, family system relationships, communication skills, ability to teach self-sufficiency skills, community resources, recreational activities, ability to teach stress management techniques, interviewing skills and assessment skills.
Equipment & Applications: Able to utilize computer programs specific to the position (Microsoft Office Suite, DAISEY, INSYNC, and others as necessary).
Work Environment & Physical Demands: Working in participant’s homes, office and throughout the community.
Benefits at FCC:
- Paid time off through accrued vacation and sick time & 9 recognized holidays – plus an additional floating holiday!
- Customize your insurance needs - medical, vision, and dental options to fit your family.
- Health Savings Account - FCC makes monthly contributions!
- Life insurance covered 100% by FCC.
- Short term & long-term disability, voluntary life, accident, cancer and critical illness insurance available.
- 401(k) Savings Plan - FCC will match up to 3% of the employee’s contribution (a 50% match on the first 6%).
- Business Casual dress code policy – dress appropriately per your schedule.
- Our Clients – the biggest benefit of all is that you are making a difference by supporting members in your local community!