Case Manager - Community Guardianship Program - Selfhelp Community Services : Job Details

Position Summary: Assesses clients' needs and eligibility for in-home services, entitlements and benefits, and manages ongoing case work and care plan management.Principal Responsibilities:Conduct intakes and screen clients with presenting problems, if required.Provide accurate and appropriate information on benefits, entitlements, programs, and case assistance and assist in accessing services, including referral, counseling clients and advocating and intervening with other agencies on behalf of clients. Apply and recertify clients for entitlements and benefits.Arrange for the provision of services.Use language that expresses respect, patience and understanding when communicating with clients, families and collaterals.Fully utilize the program's data system to maintain complete and accurate case notes, monitor reassessment, client data and contacts, service delivery and financial information.Prepare and maintain required documentation in case file.Compile statistics, prepare reports and other documentation, and disseminate information when necessaryActively participate in supervision and staff meetings.Exchange information in a timely manner.Complete work assignments thoroughly, accurately and within organizational time frames.Assess clients' social, emotional and environmental status in their home, hospital or institutional setting.Develop, implement and follow up on a care plan for clients. Provide continuing contact with clients.Provide supportive counseling. Supervise social work students, as needed.Arrange for translation services, as needed, for clients.Perform other duties as needed or requestedSalary Range: $50,000 - $52,400 per year commensurate with experience Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree requiredOne year related experience and/or trainingWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other technologyExcellent communication and listening skillsExcellent customer service skills with a focus on treating clients with respect and dignityAble to multi-task and work independently with a great attention to detailWorking Conditions/Physical DemandBusiness office environment with phone and computer use; travel via public transportation. This position may have the ability to work from home 2-3 times per week. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.