Case Manager

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· To maintain confidentiality in all situations.

· To ensure that annual paperwork is completed (rights, grievance, money, transportation, HIPAA, etc.)

· To enter into support note system all telephone conversations, person to person conversations, medical visits, or any other pertinent information.

· To function and work with others as a member of a team advocating for individuals’ needs.

· To assist with maintaining the database with Service Recipient’s most current data and dates.

· To be flexible in handling work assignments to accommodate Service Recipients, staff, planning meetings, etc. keeping the County Administratorinformed of schedule.

· To assist with Internal Quality Assurance as assigned.

· To assist in teaching and encouraging Service Recipients to be as independent as possible.

· To attend any meetings as scheduled.

· To attend bi-weekly PRERT meetings as assigned

· To perform other duties as assigned.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may be divided between other staff as assigned)

· To be responsible for for Service Recipients supported.

· To maintain proper procedures in distributing all prescription medication.

· To maintain a open communication with pharmacy

· To provide the current MAR to residences on a monthly basis.

· To check the MAR for each individual on a monthly basis as determined by Quality Assurance.

· To be responsible for filling and distributing all prescription medications in a timely manner.

· To ensure that OTC medications are authorized by physician.

· To administer medications when needed.

· To schedule, accompany, and provide documentation and follow up for all Service Recipients medical appointments.

· To maintain annual physical and dental exams for all Service Recipients.

· To arrange and monitor all assessments (e.g. medical, psychological, social, leisure, education, etc.)

· To report results of health assessments and discuss pertinent findings with individual, relevant staffs, parents, families, Independent Support Coordinators and to document all discussions in database.

· To schedule psychiatric appointments for individuals as needed and maintain appropriate documentation.

· To maintain Service Recipient’s files – file/maintain current information in a timely manner, purge per current guidelines

· To maintain database for each Service Recipient including dates, changes, Person Centered Support Plan (PCSP), etc.

· To assist with medical visits as needed.

· To assist with Person Centered Support Plan for Service Recipients with an Independent Support Coordinator.

· To make “home visits” once per month using the Quality Assurance checklist as assigned.

· To complete discharge summary of any individual leaving a program within 15 days of discharge.

· To maintain contact with Service Recipient’s Planning Team, ISC and family.

· To support individuals receiving services through the ECF/CHOICES program.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Special Education, or a closely related field or a Licensed Practical Nurse.

· Good driving record; current Class D license with F endorsement.

· Knowledge of computer usage is essential.

· The Case Manager shall be self-directed and capable of working closely with other staff members.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Location:

• Tullahoma, TN 37388 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22