CASE MANAGER

CASE MANAGER

Sertoma Center Inc - 3.2 Knoxville, TN Job Details $16.50 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Bilingual Collaborate with healthcare professionals Cost management Employee onboarding Bachelor's degree in social work Heavy lifting Bachelor's degree in special education Caseload management Bachelor's degree in psychology Bachelor's degree in sociology Collaborating with government agencies Mid-level Cost control Sociology High school diploma or GED Hiring Driver's License Bachelor's degree Driving Quality control Staff training Psychology Direct support Human resources Interviewing Social Work Special Education 1 year Care plans Implementing cost-saving initiatives

Full Job Description Description:

CASE MANAGER

Knoxville, TN Description:

CASE MANAGER

Knoxville, TN

CASE MANAGER JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for implementing/monitoring the Person-Centered Support Plans in the day and residential programs; will be available 24 hours a day when on call. Case managers rotate with back-up on-call roster which is 1 week out of the month.

Pay Rate:

$16.50 / hr

CASE MANAGER RELATIONSHIPS

REPORTS TO:

Case Manager Coordinator

SUPERVISES

No supervisory responsibilities

WORKS WITH

Residential Coordinators, Registered Nurse, Program Coordinator, Day Services Coordinator, Day Program Staff, Residential staff, other Case Managers, and Community Specialists.

EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS

Independent Support Coordinators, Residents' family members/guardians, Sister Agencies for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, State Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Community Services, State Quality Enhancement Team/Surveyors, East Tennessee Office of Licensure, Managed Care Organizations, Department of Human Services/Adult Protective Services, physicians, and all others applicable.

CASE MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES

Will thoroughly learn and enforce all Sertoma Center, Inc. Personnel Policies and Procedures in an unbiased and professional manner. Will thoroughly learn and enforce all standards as set forth by Licensure, Quality Enhancement, Medicaid Waiver, Fire Marshall, and the Center. Will serve as Officer for contract compliance in all areas. Will be responsible for completing and monitoring all paperwork requirements of the assigned caseload in a timely manner. This includes but is not limited to the Person-Centered Support Plans, Behavior Support Plans, Staff Instructions, Monthly Service Reviews, and various assessments. Coordinate, facilitate, document, and participate in all meetings pertaining to your assigned caseload, and other meetings as may be required. Will train all pertinent staff on individual plans, documentation and required needs of your caseload. Will assist in communication between Residential Coordinators, direct care staff, ISC, and center staff. Will assist Director of Human Resources in interviewing, hiring, orienting, and training new staff. Will be available 24 hours a day when on call as stipulated by the rotation. Will conduct unannounced visits as directed by the Chief Operating Officer.

CASE MANAGER GENERAL EXPECTATIONS OF PERFORMANCE

In order for the Center to have continued success and for the individuals served by Sertoma Center to have a consistent increase in the quality of their lives, there are areas of performance that all staff will always adhere to: You will recognize that your efforts are part of a team function of which all Sertoma Center staff are members. This will be accomplished through showing consistent respect of co-workers, recognition of the diversity that is present in the workplace and practicing an unbiased disposition of Center business. You will contribute to the mission and principles of the Center by continually being dedicated to serving individuals with disabilities. This will be achieved by remaining alert to new concepts which could improve or enhance either your job individually, the individuals served, or the collective functions of the Center. Your personal effort is required to serve the Center's guiding principle of "...will utilize sound fiscal principles that stress cost containment". This will be accomplished by your efforts to control overtime expense, turnover of direct care staff, reduction in replacement costs of home inventories due to theft/misuse/mismanagement, and a dedication to safety and quality control. You will adhere to an acceptable level of professionalism to ensure the maintenance of confidentiality and discretion necessary in the maintenance of client and personnel records. You will observe all Center routine regarding work schedules, presence during working hours which conforms to those of the Center, designated periods of break time, lunch hour, etc. You will strive to perform all work assignments and activities in an acceptable manner so as to require minimal supervision. You will perform any other duties as assigned by your supervisor or the Chief Operating Officer.

Requirements:

CASE MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree required or can accept 2 years college course work plus 6 years- experience with developmentally disabled (or 3 and 3 respectively). Preferred degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Special Education or related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

One year experience working with persons with disabilities required.

LICENSE OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid TN driver's license and a good driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sight, hearing, may require some heavy lifting (i.e., toileting clients).

CASE MANAGER EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or Equivalent Bachelor's degree required or can accept 2 years college course work plus 6 years- experience with developmentally disabled (or 3 and 3 respectively). Preferred degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Special Education or related field. One year experience working with persons with disabilities is required. Valid TN Driving Licenses US Work Authorization Must be at least 19 years of age 3 years of driving experience No more than 3 moving violations on your MVR within the past 3 years No prior felony convictions Written and Verbal Bilingual Fluency is a plus Sertoma Center, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. We participate in E-Verify We participate in the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Program #ID23