Case Manager (41528)

POSITION SUMMARY :

Person in this position will work in collaboration with community resources to provide services to participants / clients of WestCare Salem Veterans Home.

Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Assess resource needs of participants.
• Educate and refer participants to community agencies and businesses that appropriately address the veterans needs and work on individual growth plan.
• Assist veterans with establishing or re-establishing support systems within their community.
• Act as advocate on behalf of the veterans to improve access to needed services with focus on VA.
• Participate in staffing decisions regarding the veterans current strengths and resources and their need for additional resources.
• Complete electronic documentation of services in a timely manner.
• Assists other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community.
• Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft Word program formats or the ability to learn.
• Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be culturally / linguistically sensitive to populations served.
• Military / Veteran preferred.
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a criminal background clearance
• Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required; and
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
• As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc.

will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11 / 1 / 2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.

During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and / or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with.

Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :

• A minimum of two years experience in assisting veterans and families in transitioning from military to civilian life.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION :

Not applicable for this position

WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Work is primarily performed in a residential setting.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
30+ days ago