What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager II, IDD, Pos. #244, Corpus Christi, TX position at Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities?
Are you looking for an exciting new venture that can truly make a difference in people's lives?
Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities is your place.
The Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities (MHID) is dedicated to helping the residents of Nueces County who are living with mental illness and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities. We serve over 10,000 people each year with psychiatric and behavioral health care outpatient services, counseling, training, employment assistance, housing support, homeless outreach, children's mental health care and more.
*This position will remain open for seven (7) calendar days, or until filled. Posted 4/12/2024*
Salary: "Please note that the job posting rate for this position is $20.85 to $23.12, the salary offered will follow the starting salary guidelines which are typically made at or near the minimum of the salary range. However, a salary may be negotiated above the minimum range depending on applicable years of experience and qualifications."
Full-Time, 40 Hour Work Week, Paid Bi-weekly
General Description Assists persons with intellectual and
developmental disabilities in developing their Person Directed Plan (PDP)/ Plan
of Care, which identifies services & supports needed to obtain life goals.
Monitors consumers' progress towards goals, objectives & outcomes and
satisfaction with services & supports available through the Community First
Choice and General Revenue programs.
This is completed through monthly face to face contact & frequent
telephone contact with the individuals assigned, their families, and their
service providers & MCOs. The work requires intensive coordination of
private providers' services and Managed Care Organization services. Also links
to available community resources including Medicaid, Social Security and other
community based programs where available. Also requires interaction and
cooperation with various internal departments within Nueces Center for Mental
Health and Intellectual Disabilities. Extensive documentation is necessary to
ensure that the individual receives needed services and makes progress towards
their life goals. All documentation must be completed within required
timeframes specific to each program. Staff must be compliant with Center
policies and procedures, program protocols and requirements of other regulatory
bodies. Works under general supervision and requires the use of initiative,
independent judgment and efficient time management. Will have a schedule that is flexible to the
needs of consumers served. Caseload is approximately 40
individuals. Must
have reliable transportation. May use personal vehicle to conduct
business. Must have a valid driver's
license at all times, liability insurance, and a good driving record.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum: A qualified
professional with appropriate clinical training and experience is defined as an
employee with a minimum of a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited
college or university
Preferred: Bachelor's or
advanced degree from an accredited college or university with a major in
social, behavioral, or human service field including but not limited to,
psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling,
sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education,
and criminal justice; Has experience with the IDD population and/or experience
in direct care; Case management experience; Customer service experience;
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of individual needs/characteristics associated with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Knowledge of provider services and community-based resources.
- Knowledge of GR and non-waiver CFC program principles and billing guidelines
- Skill in individual needs assessment and treatment plan development and discharge planning. Ability to make appropriate referrals and linkages.
- Ability to advocate effectively for consumers.
- Ability to work independently, organize work effectively, and communicate clearly (verbally, in writing).
- Computer literate.
- Ability to develop productive relationships with individuals, family members and providers that focus on consumer specific outcomes.
- Knowledge of applicable rules, regulations and policies and procedures.
- In the course of being employed, understands and implements trauma informed care practices.
MHID cares about the health and well-being of our employees, we are dedicated to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
We offer a very competitive benefits package
- excellent health, hospitalization, dental and vision insurance plans
- life Insurance, $25,000 provided at no cost to employees
- very generous retirement plan- MHID contributes 6% of employee annual salary on the first day of employment and the employee contributes 1%
- employee referral program
- 16 hours of paid time off (PTO) each month, with increases
- 10 holidays plus 2 personal holidays each year
- career ladder incentives/opportunities
- mileage reimbursement if personal vehicle is used for work
- employee appreciation events and annual employee recognition banquet
- Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Student Loan Repayment
- MHID is a qualified employer for the PSLF program to repay student loans https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
Education
- MHID offers flex scheduling for educational assistance to full-time employees
- Free LPC-A supervision
We are a tobacco free workplace
EOE/AA
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters
Salary : $21 - $23
