Case Manager Job Frederick area,Maryland USA,Healthcare

Case Manager

A government entity has an immediate need for experienced case managers to assist with a health services program.

Responsibilities:

Provide ongoing intensive case management services to 45+ clients in private homes, assisted living settings, and other community-based environments.
Perform in-home and assisted living assessments to evaluate the medical and social needs of participants.
Conduct face-to-face interviews with participants, responsible parties, and service providers to assess diagnoses, prescribed medications and treatments, functional, cognitive, behavioral, and overall health status.
Evaluate the appropriateness and effectiveness of waiver and non-waiver services.
Evaluate, document, and monitor participants' general health and well-being.
Review hospital discharge plans.
Complete designated program client assessment forms.
Pre-authorize waiver services and coordinate service providers.
Assign OTP devices to clients without landline phones for providers to use when clocking in for services.
Review ISAS (In-home Supports Assurance Systems).
Review nurse monitor reports and follow up with nurses to ensure timely visits.
Monitor clients' medical conditions and service delivery while advocating on behalf of clients with physicians, insurance companies, and other social service agencies and programs.
Document case activity in the client's progress notes.
Prepare written client assessment reports.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field is a must.
Minimum of two years of case management experience and/or experience working with individuals in the aging and disabilities community.
Ability to learn and utilize Maryland LTSS (Long Term Services and Supports) for day-to-day operations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Access.
Strong client assessment skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret regulations.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and good driving record required.

Additional Information:

This is a long-term contractual assignment.
Full-time schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (35-hour work week).
Regular travel throughout Baltimore County is required to visit clients in their homes, assisted living facilities, and Medical Adult Day Programs.
Mileage reimbursement is provided for work-related travel.
Upon successful completion of training and the probationary period, contractual staff may be eligible for up to two days of telework per week.