Children’s Long-Term Support Case Manager (HHS) bei Walworth County, WI

Performs intake assessments and interviews collateral sources to determine if individual is eligible for services. Provide families with information, support, and opportunities as needed to enable them to make informed decisions.     

Responsible for managing a caseload, coordinating and facilitating the development of Individual Service Plans that meet the needs of families and maintain measures of progress in meeting outcomes.  This includes on-going monitoring and case management practice as well as the ability to facilitate and participate in meetings with a variety of people in an array of settings, including in the participant homes throughout Walworth County. 

Document all case management activities and complete paperwork as required by the agency and all pertinent State and Federal guidelines.

Understand the limitations and requirements of program budgets, funding, costs, and choices; ensuring resources are effective, efficient, and have value to the participant. Reviews invoices, service codes and create authorizations for payment.    

Collaborate with programs such as Comprehensive Community Services as well as other individuals across the Health & Human Services department to ensure proper and effective coordination of care.  
 
Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Human Services related field with a minimum of one year of experience working with children, families, or individuals with disabilities.  Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred.  Proven experience in the ability to read, write and interpret legal documentation as required in Wisconsin Statutes and Standards.  Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care principles is essential.  
 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Certification in the Children’s Long-Term Support Functional Screen or the ability to obtain certification within one month of hire.
Valid driver’s license.
Proof of minimum automobile liability insurance coverage.
 
Interactions and Communications
Proven ability to effectively communicate specialized information and/or recommendations to others regarding an area of expertise.
 
Decision Making
This position has authority to make decisions that are consistent with policies and precedents; supervision and managerial direction is available as requested.  These decisions directly impact performance in the job and/or the work unit within the department and information is provided with additional research and observations which contributes to the decision making process.
 
Thinking and Problem Solving
In relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, challenges in this position tend to be diverse, but are typically covered by precedent or established practice.  Must be able to utilize critical thinking skills and at times have to make difficult safety related decisions.
 
Tools & Equipment Used
Telephone              Copy Machine
Calculator              Personal Computer/Printer
FAX Machine        
 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, unclean homes, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the employee is expected to travel to consumer homes as part of their normal work duties.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.