Disability Services Case Manager

JFS strives to employ people who believe in its mission, vision, and values and who find great reward and pride in delivering human services to people from all walks of life. Our supportive agency culture includes significant autonomy in everyone’s work, reflected in the flexibility provided in scheduling where and when employees work. We value healthy professional and personal life balance.

JFS values applicants from all walks of life who bring a variety of strengths and experiences. Our clients come from all backgrounds, and we are dedicated to building a team that mirrors this diversity. Our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is reflected in many ways such as ongoing training for staff, a gender-neutral restroom, multilingual staff, domestic partner benefits, and four floating holidays to use in a way that is culturally important to staff. Though we are a Jewish organization, many of our clients and employees are not Jewish and we encourage those of any (or no) faith to apply.

JFS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We honor, encourage, and succeed on diversity, equity, and inclusion for the benefit of our employees, volunteers, and clients. If our agency sounds like a good fit for you, we recommend you apply. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment.

To request accommodation, contact us at (651) 698-0767.

Full time employees enjoy competitive benefits including:

• 37.5-hour work week for full-time positions.
• 403b retirement plan (fully vested on first day of employment).
• 403b matching.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Flexible spending account.
• Generous paid time off for vacation, illness, and family emergencies.
• Up to 22 paid holidays, including MLK Jr Day, Juneteenth, Jewish holidays (on weekdays), and 4 floating holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Professional development assistance including license renewal fees and CEU/training reimbursement.
• Public service loan forgiveness.
• Hybrid work options for most positions.

Job Summary: Responsible for providing comprehensive case management services for individuals that are aging and/or have been diagnosed with a disability. Typical case load includes individuals with complex medical diagnoses, mental health diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and those who are aging. This position requires meeting Disability Service program requirements as outlined by Ramsey County Human Services and Jewish Family Service.

Responsibilities:

Case management for assigned clients on CADI, DD, CAC, BI, EW waivers, Alternative Care (AC) program, or with Rule-185 or VADDTCM eligibility.

1. Model and foster behavior that establishes a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

2. Interpret and review assessment results and information from MNChoices assessment.

3. Using person-centered approach, create unique care plan based on assessed needs. Identify services and support needed as well as goals and dreams of individuals. Update care plan as needed.

4. Coordinate and manage service and support as outlined in the care plan.

5. Make referrals to other agencies (formal and informal) as appropriate.

6. Monitor waiver budget and service agreements to ensure payment of contract providers.

7. Assist with transitions including hospitalizations, rehabilitation, and nursing home placements.

8. Ensure that all necessary documentation is completed and signed as required.

9. Complete chart audit corrections to ensure compliance with Ramsey County and DHS requirements.

10. Complete timely and accurate documentation, maintain complete and professional case records.

11. Attend Ramsey County Disability Service training and meetings as required.

12. Participate in team meetings and case consultation discussions.

13. Participate in committees (JFS, community partnerships) as assigned.

14. Attend agency staff meetings, staff development activities and special events.

15. Provide backup coverage for the Disability Services program and other Senior and Disability Service programs as needed.

16. Maintain professional and ethical competency by adhering to agencypersonnel practices, HIPAA rules, the NASW Code of Ethics (if applicable) and other designated practices and procedures.

17. Complete necessary tasks in a prompt and efficient manner.

18. Other duties as assigned.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be available to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Commitment to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and culturally relevant environment for JFS employees, volunteers, clients and donors.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Sciences, Human Service, Social Work, Nursing or other related field. Applicable licensure if required by degree.
• Supervised work in case management and experience with disability service programs is preferred.
• Experience working with clients with complex mental and physical health conditions necessary.
• Knowledge of county programs and community-based services preferred.
• Ability to qualify as a QDDP – Qualified Developmental Disability Professional – preferred.
• Intermediate computer skills, including typing and Microsoft Office experience.
• Able to work well in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Valid driver's license and a personal vehicle to use for agency business.
• Must live in commutable distance to JFS.
• Must pass background check.

Apply on our website at https://jfssp.org/about/work-at-jfs