What are the responsibilities and job description for the Michelle P Waiver Case Manager - Developmental Disabilities position at Seven Counties Services, Inc.?
Job Description: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Conducts and documents comprehensive assessment of client and/or client’s needs. Participates in development of client’s service plan, consistent with assessment. Arranges for delivery of needed services, as identified in assessment. Assists client in accessing needed services through, for example, referrals or linkages. Monitors client’s progress by making referrals, tracking client’s appointments, performing follow-up on services rendered, and performing periodic reassessments of client’s changing needs. Performs advocacy activities on behalf of client (e. g., writing letters to expedite entitlement payments, encouraging client or family members to advocate on own behalf). Prepares and maintains case records documenting contacts, services needed, reports, client’s progress, etc., in accordance with SCS and regulatory standards. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or related field as approved by Medicaid, or as required by applicable funding source. EXPERIENCE Experience preferred but not required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS Position requires lifting of 20 pounds maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to 10 pounds, or requires significant periods of walking or standing. May involve 24-hour on-call responsibilities. Reliable transportation for frequent travel. Within the bounds of their respective job descriptions, all staff are expected to exercise principle-centered leadership, focused on customer service responsiveness, with a continuous quality improvement orientation. Additionally, all staff are expected to develop a working knowledge of and follow all policies and procedures related to safety management and other Joint Commission standards. Time Type: Full time We continually help our community and employees flourish... one life at a time. As a Seven Counties Services employee there are many benefits to enjoy. Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for with Seven Counties Services. Health & Wellness Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Short Term Disability Long Term Disability - Company Paid Financial Wellbeing Competitive Compensation Packages Life Insurance - Company Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company Paid 403b Retirement Plan with Company Funded Matching Retirement and Financial Planning Services Career Development and Growth Tuition Assistance Plans Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Student Loan Repayment Assistance Clinical Supervision toward licensure and reimbursement for certain license applications At Seven Counties Services training is one of our highest priorities. We provide company paid professional training for various skills, certifications, and continuing education Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us Leadership Academy for our rising stars, supervisors, and leaders Seven Counties Services and Center for Clinical Excellence provide staff with industry best practices and processes Work Life Balance Paid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. (10 Paid Holidays) Flexible Work Schedules to promote a Healthy Work Life Balance Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being Seven Counties is the provider of choice for mental and behavior health services in and around the Louisville Metro. Over 1,400 employees work in 25 locations throughout Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer and Trimble counties; making sure that the 31,000 people we serve annually have the best chance of living their best lives. At Seven Counties, we give our staff the opportunity to do what they do best with continued training, effective mentoring and competitive salaries and benefits. In an effort to protect our employees, clients and community, we require the COVID and Influenza vaccinations for all employees.
