Case Manager / QIDP

We are looking to add to our Prairieland family. Prairieland is seeking a Case Manager / QIDP to serve Moultrie, Douglas, and Coles counties in IL. Bachelors degree in human service related field and one-year cumulative experience providing direct service to individuals with developmental disabilities required. The one-year cumulative experience requirement can be met through employment, volunteer or family care. Excellent benefits, schedule 8 : 00 am to 4 : 30 pm, Monday through Friday, with the flexibility to work partially from home.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager of Prairieland Service Coordination, Inc. the Individual Service Coordinator assesses individual needs and assures the provision of necessary services through communication, service coordination linkage with provider agencies, service monitoring and individual advocacy.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prairieland Service Coordination Inc. provides services in twenty three counties and at any given time an ISC may be requested to work in a county typically outside their caseload's geographic area. (i.e.; staff illness, staff resignation / termination).
• Schedules and conducts an intake / PUNS interview in response to referrals, given to the ISC by their supervisor, gathering initial information as required under the PAS Manual. Conducts annual reviews as needed or required.
• When eligible, completes the PAS process, following the designated procedures, utilizing assistance from their supervisor, when appropriate, to help determine the appropriateness and current availability of service(s).
• After the initial assessment, provide linkage to other community services, when possible, for individuals found to be ineligible for PAS / Individual Service Coordination services.
• Advocates on behalf of the individual and / or family to assist the individual in obtaining services to which he / she is eligible and has chosen. Ensures the direct involvement and participation of the individual and their family in this process.
• Reviews individual's medical, residential, vocational, educational, legal and financial needs and individual choices through ISC Visiting Notes, as required.
• Schedule and complete Discovery and Person Centered Plan process annually, or as required.
• Accurately and thoroughly documents various services delivered and maintains individual files as specified by program and agency guidelines.
• Functions in a problem solving capacity with provider agencies regarding service coordination, following the ISC Conflict Resolution guideline.
• See all waiver individuals on an as required basis and complete program requirements set forth in the waiver manual.
• Coordinates specialized services for eligible Bogard individuals as needed and submit summary reports to external agencies as appropriate. (If Bogard clients on caseload).
• Monitors services provided to Bogard class members on a monthly basis and advocates for any unmet needs. (If Bogard clients on caseload).
• Submits all required documents to Program Manager for payroll preparation.
• Participates in scheduled all staff meetings and mandated training sessions as recommended by the Executive Director and / or Program Manager.
• Alerts the Program Assistant of PSCI to problematic issues, trends or service gaps.
• Perform other related work as required or requested by the Executive Director and / or Program Manager.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS

BENEFITS

Paid Time Off including Paid Holidays

Medical

FSA

Dental,

Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

403b Retirement Plan

Hourly Wage Range : $19.95 - $21.63