Case Manager I, Adult Center at Goodwill of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Description:

OBJECTIVE:

The Case Manager I, Adult Center, develops and implements a Rehabilitation program for all assigned consumers to achieve their individual goal, and provides intensive support services to develop the abilities necessary to maximize their independent functioning in a work and community environment. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling and Guidance or related degree. Applicable field or equivalent combination of training and experience in a social service, counseling, or rehabilitation setting, providing direct services to persons with physical, emotional and/or developmental disabilities will also be considered.  

It is preferred that the incumbent have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to interact with various types of internal and external customers. It is also preferred that the incumbent have the ability to relate effectively to disabled person, their parents and guardians and be empathetic toward their needs. The incumbent must have the ability to work independently, cooperatively and to exercise effective planning.  The Case Manager I must demonstrate flexibility within the framework and pressure of established deadlines.  The incumbent must be able to write clear, concise, and accurate reports and plans, submit them in a timely fashion and possess excellent time management skills.  The incumbent must have a working knowledge of community resources, have the ability to program, train and be creative in motivating consumers toward individual success. The incumbent must also conduct self in a professional manner and maintain a professional appearance that enhances the firm’s reputation.   The Case Manager I must have experience speaking effectively to various small groups in a presenting/informative role.

Overtime may be required as well as some travel to attend meetings and required training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS: 

Case Management

The Adult Center Case Manager I will provide direction, supervision, and case management for all assigned consumers.  The incumbent will complete an initial person-centered plans and assessment, develop, and implement an individual program plan, and document progress for the client.  The Case Manager I is also responsible for acting as the Chair for annual staffing meetings of unfunded consumers, will function as part of the Interdisciplinary Team to plan and develop the individual rehabilitation program.  The incumbent must plan ancillary activities for consumers to include special staffing and initiate appropriate referrals for special services when necessary.  It is critical that the Case Manager I have the ability to encourage independence by assisting consumers in problem solving their personal and work-related problems by using accepted and innovative rehabilitation techniques and maintain a proactive environment.  In addition, the incumbent will teach proper work habits, interaction skills, and self-help skills through role modeling and programmatic intervention. It may also be necessary for the Case Manager I to assist with medication administration, assist with assigned consumer transportation by completing all consumer pick-ups and drop-offs, and assist in any needed personal care of the consumer/client.

Client Care

The Case Manager will be an active member of the team and will assist team members with all client care as needed. The client care will include Activities for Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). The incumbent will assist the clients with the following ADLs: transferring, mobility, eating, toileting, administrating medications, and administrating gastrostomy tubes (g-tubes) services. The incumbent will assist the clients with the following IADLs: managing transportation, lunch preparation and set up, and managing communication. The incumbent will provide supervision at the beginning and end of the day to ensure safety of clients when both exiting and entering the facility and transportation. The incumbent will also assist the clients during lunch time, as needed, to ensure protocols are followed thoroughly. The incumbent will also assist with medication administration when needed. 

Client/Program Tracking and Reporting

The Case Manager I must complete all necessary documentation, e.g., incident reports, program plans, charting, quarterly and final reports.  It is critical that the incumbent maintain complete and accurate records and statistical data as required for all programs. 

Relationship Management

The Adult Case Manager I will communicate and coordinate with other involved agencies and support personnel, e.g., residential staff, Community Center Boards case management, parents and guardians, The Department of Vocational Rehabilitation, and schools.  The incumbent will keep the Program Coordinator informed of progress, considerations, and pertinent information.  The Case Manager I will deal effectively and calmly with non-routine situations following accepted guidelines and perform other duties as required by the Work Services Coordinator III.

Research and Industry Involvement

The Case Manager I is required to research, keep updated by reading trade journals as needed to be aware of trends, theories or initiatives within Case Management and other applicable within the industry.  The incumbent will seek out seminars and symposiums for ideas and stay current with trends in new software, tools and resources available.  The Case Manager I must also maintain a working and current knowledge of 1205 Rules and Regulations, and Standards of the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and a good working knowledge of Goodwill of Colorado’s policies and procedures.

Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Pay: $15.00/hour

This Full Time job is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts and several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings.  In addition, this position is eligible for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty and bereavement leave.

Goodwill of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities and/or protected veterans and military spouses. 

Goodwill participates in E-Verify.  For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS:  888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

We promote a Safe and Drug Free Workplace

** Background Requirements**

Per contract requirements with vehicle insurance provider: Qualified candidates must be 21 years of age and have no major traffic violations for previous 3 years (for driving/insurance purposes). Must have reliable transportation.

Pursuant to C.R.S. §27-90-111 and CDHS Policy VI-2.4, any independent contractor, and its agent(s), who is designated by the Executive Director or the Executive Director's designee to be a contracting employee under C.R.S. §27-90-111, who has direct contact with vulnerable persons in a state-operated facility, or who provides state-funded services that involve direct contact with vulnerable persons in the vulnerable person's home or residence, shall:

1. submit to a criminal background check, and


2. report any arrests, charges, or summonses for any disqualifying offense as specified by C.R.S. §27-90-111 to the State.

Any Contractor or its agent(s), who does not comply with C.R.S. §27-90-111 and DHS Policy VI-2.4, may, at the sole discretion of the State, be suspended or terminated.

Physical Requirements

 

	Continuously	Frequently	Occasionally	Never
	5-8 hours	3-4 hours	1-2 hours	0
LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)
Heavy:  45 lbs & over			X
Moderate:  15-44 lbs			X
Light:  14 lbs & under			X
CARRYING:
Heavy:  45 lbs & over			X
Moderate:  15-44 lbs			X
Light:  14 lbs & under			X
PUSHING/PULLING:			X
REACHING:
Above Shoulder			X
At Shoulder			X
Below Shoulder			X
TWISTING:			X
BENDING:			X
KNEELING/CRAWLING:			X
SQUAT:			X
CLIMBING:
Use of legs only (stairs)			X
CLIMBING:
Use of arms & legs (ladders)			X
HEARING:	X
VISION:
Visual – close	X
Visual – distant	X
Visual - depth perception	X
HANDS/FINGERS:
Simple grasping		X
Fine Manipulation		X
Repetitive Movements		X
WALKING:	X
STANDING:	X
SITTING:	X
SPEAKING:	X
OTHER:  Please describe:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Salary:

$15.00

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