Case Manager

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities? FurstStaffing has partnered with The Arc of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle Counties in their search for a Home Based Self- Directed Assistant Qualified Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Professional (QIDP) or Case Manager. This isn't just any job - it's an incredible Direct Hire opportunity that allows you to have a profound impact on the lives of others. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, keep reading. This could be a perfect fit for you!   The Case Manager is a full time, 1st shift position, Monday-Friday 9am-4pm Case Manager Salary starts at $40k+ per year   Responsibilities for Case Manager:

• Provide case management services that assist participants and families in gaining (maintaining) access to needed Waiver and other Medicaid State Plan services, as well as medical, social, educational and other services, regardless of the funding source for the services.
• Responsible for day-to-day oversight and implementation of the Provider Signature Page and for ensuring participant health, safety and welfare

• Ensuring the completion of service agreements or service authorizations between the participant and other service providers. 
• Working with the fiscal employer agency to monitor the expenditure of funds according to the individual budget, service plan and service agreements/authorization.  
        •      Working with the fiscal employer agency to determine that domestic employee providers of services, such as Personal Support and Non-Medical Transportation, are qualified and competent to provide the specific services the participant is receiving.
• Keep necessary records that are complete, concise, accurate and maintained in a timely, organized fashion in accordance with the requirements of the Bureau of Quality Management
• Make any changes/corrections in service provision as noted in a Division of Developmental Disabilities Corrective Action Plan Maintain QIDP status by completing 12 CEU training credits annually
• Working on a committee or program as assigned. 

Case Manager-Education and experience:

• Must meet the minimum federal educational requirements for a QIDP outlined in 42 CFR 483.439.
  • Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required
•   Must be willing to attain certification within 6 months of hire.
• Must have at least one year’s experience working directly with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Case Manager -Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:

• *No On Call Hours for this position*
• Ability to coordinate all requirements of the Home and Community Based Waiver program
• Ability to counsel patients and/or families in life management and coping skills
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Interviewing and psychological/developmental evaluation skills
• Knowledge of community support services and agencies
• Knowledge of psychosocial interviewing and counseling techniques
• Records maintenance skills
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications
• Respect for and understanding of individuals with disabilities and their right to control their lives while receiving needed supports to reach personal goals
• Knowledge of privacy and confidentiality requirements of persons served
• Ability to work as a team member, accept direction and achieve consensus among stakeholders
• Willingness to accommodate occasional evening or weekend hours as needed for future planning sessions, rec nights, fundraisers, etc.
• Valid driver's license

Case Manager Conditions of Employment:

• Must successfully complete all trainings required by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of   Developmental Disabilities to be enrolled in the QIDP database and maintain QIDP status
• Pass all background checks required by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities

 

 

 This is a direct hire, salaried role.  Monday-Friday 9am-4pm with occasional evening events.  $40,000/year to start plus medical, dental and vision benefits and generous paid time off and holiday schedule.  

 

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