Our Residential Program is searching for a full-time case manager to oversee the services provided to residents who live in four small (2-6 residents each), agency-owned homes in Charleston. It is the perfect opportunity to make a positive difference in the daily lives of those who we serve. RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops trust and rapport with residents, families and guardians
- Works with a team of professionals and the individual to create service plans that guide individual programming
- Advocates for/with the residents to assure that their needs and personal choices are being recognized and respected
- Supervises direct care personnel in the residential homes
- Assists the Director in maintaining compliance with state environmental standards of assigned homes
- Completes and reviews paperwork related to the residents' benefits and services (we will provide a laptop for work-related use)
- Will be part of a routine on-call rotation to address concerns after business hours. Duties may include, but are not limited to resolving staffing issues, providing support or assistance, or responding to emergencies. An agency-owned phone is provided for use when staff are scheduled to be on-call.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in a field related to human services or education (please contact us if you are unsure of whether your degree would be a match)
- A valid driver's license
- One year of experience with individuals with developmental disabilities (experience can be a combination of professional, volunteer or school-related)
- Must pass a criminal background check, as required by the Healthcare Worker Background Check Act (225 ILCS 46), and a DCFS Child Abuse and Neglect background check
BENEFITS
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Health, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance (optional)
- Flexible Spending Account (optional)
- Profit-Sharing
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403 (b) Investment Plan (optional)
WORK SCHEDULE Monday - Friday, typically from 7 am - 4 pm, with an evening/weekend on-call rotation WAGES This position starts at $49,000 per year PAY SCHEDULE Staff are paid every two weeks with a direct deposit option available upon request QUESTIONS? Text us at (501) ###-#### or call (217) ###-#### with questions.