Case Manager/QIPD
Case Manager/QIPD
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$ 53000 - 56000
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ABOUT THE ROLE:The Case Manager/QIDP provides three key pillars: To advocate communicate and coordinate with and for the individuals served at Helping Hand.
SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:
- On-site position Monday - Friday
- 40 hours per week.
- Some flexibility needed during varying hours including evening and weekends in accordance with the positions needs.
- Salary range $53000-$56000 year (exempt).
- Salary based on skills and experience.
- Up to 8% annual bonus potential.
- 403b retirement plan with up to 4% company match.
ABOUT US:Helping Hands mission is to transform the lives of all connected to Helping Hand through genuine care and education. So that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are equally valued in all communities! Established in 1955 Helping Hand is proud to serve over 70 surrounding communities by providing accredited and licensed Adult Programs as well as an ISBE-approved non-public Therapeutic Day School.
Helping Hand has been awarded Best and Brightest Places to Work for both Chicago and the Nation for 6 years in a row! This award is a reflection of the incredible talent and commitment shown by our HH team members every day.
If youre ready to join our incredible team apply today!
HELPING HAND PERKS:
- Traditional medical (BCBS of IL) dental and vision insurance.
- Supplemental and voluntary benefit options available with employer-paid Group Life/AD&D STD and LTD.
- Team member appreciation events and recognition throughout the year
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid personal days after 1 year of service
- Accrued paid sick time
- Employee Assistance Programs
A TYPICAL DAY FOR YOU AT HH:
- Promote the individuals personal development and quality of life in a way determined by the individual and his/her support team in an environment conducive to freedom informed personal choice and participation.
- Act as the liaison to identify support and coordinate services for individuals served across internal departments as well as external environments which include but are not limited to; families ISC Agencies provider agencies DHS Medicaid/Medicare medical providers schools hospitals rehabilitation facilities therapists etc.
- Effectively communicate and coordinate with the individuals Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and external entities to ensure continuity of care.
- Provide opportunities to increase service satisfaction by responding to the needs of individuals served in a timely and effective manner.
- Ensure that the individuals health is monitored and safety precautions are put in place for continuity of care.
- Coordinate and facilitate internal and external meetings with and for the individual served.
- Coordinate monitor and advocate with and for the individual being served in all areas related to the planning development and evaluation processes of person-centered planning and implementation strategies.
- Implement desired outcomes of individuals served to help fulfil their hopes dreams and goals for their future by creating clear instructional methods for the IDT to follow and implement.
- Ensure that documentation as part of the person-centered planning and implementation strategy processes are completed on time and in accordance with DHS regulations and Helping Hands policies and procedures. These documents and duties include but are not limited to; implementation strategy monthly QIDP notes ICAPs SLOFs medical appointments home visits SAMAs & PSRs (HRST) risk assessments consent packets self-directed assistance financial assistance etc.
- Based upon the services being delivered to the individual assist the individual in accessing and maintaining funding (SSI SSDI Medicaid/Medicare LINK/SNAP benefits) transportation services employment medical services community integration and home-based waiver services.
- Act as a support to the Case Management department and agency when needed by assisting with in-house clinics assisting with medical appointments relaying any important information relating to statewide changes changes with DHS regulations change with any external agencies that Helping Hand regularly works with and/or any changes that effect the way services are provided and promoting a positive work environment.
- Regularly maintain and update the files of individuals served in accordance with Helping Hands File Review standards as well as DHS standards is of paramount importance in terms of being reviewed by external entities such as but not limited to: DHS OIG ISCs CARF etc.
- Conduct home visits including visiting monitoring and observing clients where they live while under medical care and in day programming.
- Train and support through individualized plans in areas such as: activities of daily living community integration health and wellness behavior plans counseling plans and leisure skills.
- Must attend all team and agency meetings as scheduled.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
LAND THIS OPPORTUNITY BY HAVING:
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Psychology Social Work or a related field required.
- QIDP certification (preferred).
Experience:
- One (1) year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Skill Sets:
- Exceptional problem-solving and time management skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize multiple urgencies as required.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
- Valid Drivers License with an acceptable driving record and ongoing personal motor vehicle insurance required.
- Ability to pass PACE certification requirements (preferred).
- Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
- A commitment to a diverse inclusive and equitable work environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- The person in this position may encounter clients exhibiting physical aggression; must be comfortable working in periods of crisis and feel comfortable de-escalating individually or as a team.
- The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to assist clients access file cabinets office machinery etc.
- The ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer).
- Consistently position self to maintain files in cabinets or assist clients.
- The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in all situations.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to ensure safe and efficient delivery of services.
- Must be able to self-transport to work and home visits.
Helping Hand welcomes diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
