Case Manager - QIDP

Overview

We are looking to add to our Prairieland family in Maryville, IL. Prairieland is seeking a Case Manager/QIDP to serve Madison and St. Clair counties. Bachelors degree in human service related field and one-year cumulative experience providing direct service to individuals with developmental disabilities required. The one-year cumulative experience requirement can be met through employment, volunteer or family care. Excellent benefits, schedule 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with the flexibility to work partially from home.

• Prairieland Service Coordination Inc. provides services in twenty three counties and at any given time a Case Manager may be requested to work in a county typically outside their caseload's geographic area. (i.e.; staff illness, staff resignation/termination).
• Schedules and conducts an intake/ PUNS interview in response to referrals, given to the ISC by their supervisor, gathering initial information as required under the PAS Manual. Conducts annual reviews as needed or required.
• When eligible, completes the PAS process, following the designated procedures, utilizing assistance from their supervisor, when appropriate, to help determine the appropriateness and current availability of service(s).
• After the initial assessment, provide linkage to other community services, when possible, for individuals found to be ineligible for PAS/Individual Service Coordination services.
• Advocates on behalf of the individual and/or family to assist the individual in obtaining services to which he/she is eligible and has chosen. Ensures the direct involvement and participation of the individual and their family in this process.
• Reviews individual's medical, residential, vocational, educational, legal and financial needs and individual choices through Visiting Notes, as required.
• Schedule and complete Discovery and Person Centered Plan process annually, or as required.
• Accurately and thoroughly documents various services delivered and maintains individual files as specified by program and agency guidelines.
• Functions in a problem solving capacity with provider agencies regarding service coordination, following the ISC Conflict Resolution guideline.
• See all waiver individuals on an as required basis and complete program requirements set forth in the waiver manual.
• Coordinates specialized services for eligible Bogard individuals as needed and submit summary reports to external agencies as appropriate. (If Bogard clients on caseload).
• Monitors services provided to Bogard class members on a monthly basis and advocates for any unmet needs. (If Bogard clients on caseload).
• Submits all required documents to Program Manager for payroll preparation.
• Participates in scheduled all staff meetings and mandated training sessions as recommended by the Executive Director and/or Program Manager.
• Alerts the Program Assistant of PSCI to problematic issues, trends or service gaps.
• Perform other related work as required or requested by the Executive Director and/or Program Manager.

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• A bachelor's degree in human services required and QIDP eligibility as established by Department of Human Services.
• Has the ability to organize, plan and follow a schedule on a daily, weekly, monthly and annual basis.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the developmental disabilities service delivery system, including recipient eligibility requirements and procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to work and interact effectively with professionals, paraprofessionals, social service organizations and clients including their families.
• Must have the ability to work well in teams of co-workers and to work at their home office site using self-discipline and self motivation skills with the ability to work without direct supervision.
• Must have the flexibility to work hours outside of the normal workweek.
• Demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively with others toward a mutual goal within the objectives of programs set forth by Prairieland Service Coordination, Inc.
• Must be willing to follow directions, accept constructive criticism and accept responsibility for their own actions.
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