Waiver Case Manager

Green River Area Development District (GRADD) is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to provide support and coordination for individuals with physical disabilities through Kentucky’s Home and Community-Based (HCB) Waiver program. This role ensures clients receive the necessary resources to live as independently as possible within their communities.

The HCB Waiver is part of Kentucky’s 1915(c) HCBS Medicaid waiver program, allowing participants to hire their own employees for non-medical, non-residential services under Participant Directed Services (PDS).

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform case management functions for the Home and Community-Based Waiver (HCB) program.
• Review client eligibility and coordinate reassessments to maintain Medicaid Waiver compliance.
• Complete and submit all required Medicaid waiver forms using the Medicaid Waiver Management Application (MWMA).
• Conduct initial and annual reassessments, including recertification and care plan development.
• Maintain Participant Directed Services (PDS) employee and participant documentation per agency guidelines.
• Assist PDS employees and participants with necessary paperwork and guidance.
• Monitor member budgets, health, safety, and welfare through timesheet submission and compliance checks.
• Advocate for clients and families by connecting them with appropriate community resources.
• Conduct monthly home visits to monitor services and track progress toward client goals.
• Collaborate with GRADD’s PDS Manager, provider agencies, Department for Community Based Services, and Department for Medicaid Services to meet client needs.
• Maintain accurate participant records, logs, and reports.
• Refer waiver applicants to the Aging and Disability Resource Center staff in a timely manner.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development trainings.

Other Responsibilities:

• Assist with special projects as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field with two (2) years of experience working with individuals with special needs.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with a current Kentucky nursing license and two (2) years of experience working with special needs populations.
  • Associate degree with two (2) years of experience working with special needs populations.
• Experience:
  • Reliable transportation required.
  • Knowledge of special needs populations, community organizations, and service resources.
• Skills:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
  • Proficiency in computer applications and documentation software.

Why Join Us?

At GRADD, we offer a dynamic work environment where you can make a real impact on the community. If you have a passion for service and helping others, we encourage you to apply!