Case Manager I, II, or III- Community Programs

This position is responsible for providing the following types of services: needs assessments, case planning, advocacy, and development of community resources; providing services to both children and adults with varying abilities and functioning levels. The position of Case Manager will be assigned a designated Division within the Human Services and Health Department.

Final date to receive applications:

Job Type: County

This position is responsible for providing the following types of services: needs assessments, case planning, advocacy, and development of community resources; providing services to both children and adults with varying abilities and functioning levels. The position of Case Manager will be assigned a designated Division within the Human Services and Health Department.

Status:
Full Time, Non-Exempt

Department:
Human Services & Health

Position Open Until Filled

• – Case Manager I: $29.73/hr.
• – Case Manager II: $31.19/hr.
• – Case Manager III: $33.32/hr.
• * Monday – Friday (8:00am-4:30pm)*
• No weekends or holidays.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – available for use after 30 days of employment
• 10 observed paid holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – with employer contributions – HRA
• Life insurance, Long-term disability, Short-term disability and Flex spending
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) – an exceptional pension plan with employer match (upon vesting) and lifetime retirement payment.

• Works to achieve involvement and participation of the client, client’s family, and client’s natural support system in resolving problems.
• Works with clients to assess and develop goal-oriented, time-limited service plans to address identified needs.
• Works to protect children, elderly, and at-risk adults; strives to maintain existing family units and individual autonomy in the community; or helps prevent out-of-home placement.
• Assesses and evaluates prospective client’s immediate situation, determines appropriate response, and assures that response is made. Assesses and intervenes as necessary in crisis situations. Refers to and involves other community resources as needed.
• Works to achieve active involvement and meaningful participation with schools, Courts, health care providers, and other appropriate community resources in resolving problems.
• Advises clients when services are either not available or inappropriate.
• Explains the consequences of non-compliance with Court orders to clients who are involuntarily referred, monitors client utilization of services, and informs the Court of consumer’s adherence to Court orders.
• Coordinates access to services, monitors cases to ensure services are provided in an appropriate and timely manner, reviews progress, and terminates services when goals are attained.
• Teaches clients about available community resources and how to independently gain access to needed services.
• Advocates and works to coordinate services and support clients in achieving treatment objectives without duplication of effort and with maximum effective use of staff time and available resources.
• Maintains a timely and complete record for all assigned cases; completes required written assessments, reports, and other related paperwork/documentation as necessary.
• Develops and maintains professional knowledge and skills to enhance the programs and services provided.
• Consults with supervisors, interdisciplinary teams, and legal counsel on appropriate case-specific matters, as necessary.
• May facilitate treatment and/or other related, indicated services with groups of clients.
• May be designated to speak to the community and other organizations to provide public education.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s Degree in a related human services field and two (2) years’ related work experience in case management. Equivalent combination of education and experience which provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
• Must successfully pass caregiver and criminal background check.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related human services field. (Includes Bachelor…