Case Manager

Case Manager (CC) Job Description:

Position Schedule and FTE

PT, primarily Mon-Fri, flexible hours, .5 FTE

Reports to/Supervises

Reports to Executive Director and Clinical Director

Educational Requirements

BA/BS or higher required

Training and/or Certification Requirements

• Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) and/or Qualified Brain Injury Support Provider (QBISP) required within 18 months of hire (company paid)
• Documentation of Person Centered Planning and CBIRT TBI Staff Skill Builder training within 1 month of hire
• All agency required trainings

Background Check Required

Yes

Role in Internal Financial Controls (if any)

None

Member Transportation Responsibilities

Yes

Primary Core Service Provision Area

Case Management

Location

Facility-based, community-based, & remote

Benefits

Holiday pay, if holiday falls on a scheduled workday

Pro-rated benefit subsidy ($250/mo)

Pro-rated vacation time

Pay

$21/hour

The Case Manager position utilizes the Brain Injury First software system.

All staff members at NLES are responsible for our participants when they are under our auspices, as well as making sure the environment remains clean and safe. Professionalism is expected at all times, in appearance and behavior.

All staff should be familiar with NLES philosophy and policies. We work for the survivors of brain injury we serve; they are to be treated with courtesy and respect at all times. No Limits members are always our first priority.

All staff at NLES, unless otherwise stated in their job description, are responsible for direct participant supervision and required documentation, as well as any additional duties as directed. First Aid/CPR certification and a valid driver’s license are also required (driver’s licenses must be approved by our vehicle insurer before staff may drive agency vehicles). Staff must have the physical ability to frequently lift 20 – 50 lbs, regularly lift 10 – 20 lbs, and the ability to bend down frequently and secure wheelchairs in agency vehicles.

Responsibilities that are specific to the Case Manager position are listed below:

• Provide case management services to survivors of brain injury and input all required documentation into the BI First software
• Work closely with the Clinical Director
• Assist as needed with NLES needs
• Notify Director of any materials or repairs needed in a timely manner
• Obtain and maintain annual ACBIS (Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists) and/or QBISP certification within 18 months of hire at agency expense
• Obtain and maintain Person Centered Planning training
• Make regular case note entries and complete all required BI First documentation in a timely manner
• Assist in accreditation/evaluation readiness
• Liaison with other area service providers and organizations and support them in providing quality services to survivors of brain injury
• Communicate information related to Case Management to other staff as needed (i.e. outreach member information/day program member information)
• Make routine visits to and/or maintain contact with Case Management members
• Participate in community and/or other relevant provider meetings & trainings
• Participate and attend care plan/or other member meetings
• Transport members as needed
• Utilize and maintain the Brain Injury First Software System
• Continue to expand on Case Management and Outreach skills as needed
• Ensure that ISPs, including goals, are maintained and implemented for active members
• Actively participate in the Change Control Board and other committees/boards/community organizations as directed on behalf of NLES
• Complete all other duties as directed

Compensation:

• PT 20-hour/week position with some paid holidays and pro-rated vacation time (6 PTO days per year in Years 1 - 5) as per policy. Pay is $21/hour, plus $250/month benefit subsidy, no other benefits or subsidies.

Timeline: We will contact all applicants but will only interview selected candidates. It may take up to 2 - 3 weeks for you to hear from us. This job posting is open until filled.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Patient demographics:

• Adults

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any experience with survivors of acquired brain injury and/or people with disabilities?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations