Care Manager, Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver

Description Sign-On Bonus for Qualified ABI Candidates Hired by August 3rd! Connecticut Community Care is seeking experienced professionals specifically with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) experience to join our team. For a limited time, we’re offering a Sign-On Bonus to qualified ABI candidates hired by August 3rd . Reporting Office: Eastern (North Franklin) Program: Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program (ABI Waiver) Covering Region/Community: Eastern Mission Connecticut Community Care helps people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities and incomes live their best lives at home with active and meaningful connections to their communities. Summary Provides care management services for the Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver, which arranges for non-medical home care services as part of an overall case plan to maintain adults with physical and/or mental disabilities, age 18-64 inclusive, or 65+ if grandfathered, in the community. Additionally, provides these services for a family with a supervising relative who is temporarily incapacitated, unable to manage the household, or has a disability. At CCC all duties are performed in a manner that fosters the achievement of the organization’s mission. Essential Functions Conducts comprehensive, systematic, person-centered assessments with individuals, including family or representative as requested, in the person’s preferred setting. Works with the individual to identify a full range of public and private programs/services available including self-directed options, exploring available supports, existing family and community supports. Works with the individual, legal representative (if applicable), family members and the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement a care plan which includes measurable goals, objectives and documentation of total service costs. Meets with the interdisciplinary team on a quarterly basis, or as needed as risks arise. Works with the individual to identify any barriers to expedite access to services and supports and develop and implement strategies to minimize or eliminate barriers. Assists individuals with applications for all identified programs, services and supports. Conducts person-centered telephone and in-person interviews, as well as other activities necessary for reassessment, monitoring and adjustment of care plans. Monitors and reviews continued cost effectiveness, quality and appropriateness of care plan/service delivery and the contractual obligations. Evaluates levels of care and suggests changes in level as appropriate. Promptly completes all client documentation, applications, forms, and additional documentation as required. Orients, mentors and educates other team members, acting as a resource to other team members on the Acquired Brain Injury Waiver. Acts as a resident subject matter expert on acquired brain injury issues, as qualified. Participates in on-call services and acts as backup for emergency community coverage. Participates in quality improvement activities and attends in-services to increase knowledge and maintain licensure. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Requirements Qualifications Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work with a current Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license (in good standing), Master’s Degree in Human Services, Counseling, Counseling Psychology or Rehabilitation Counseling, or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Experience: Must have a minimum of two years’ experience in health care or human services (including but not limited to community, hospital, institution or behavioral health). A Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health, social work, gerontology or a related field may be substituted for one year of experience Experience working with people recovering from Brain Injury with co-occurring disorders. Knowledge of the physical, psychological, and social aspects of brain injury recovery and the resultant impact on the individual family. Knowledge of the spectrum of health, social, financial and advocacy services available to individuals with brain injury in the community. Knowledge and skill in interviewing and assessment (social and health) techniques. Experience with care management in complex situations, advocacy, negotiation skills and risk management with a strong professional tact. Ability to comprehend, evaluate, negotiate and plan complex service reimbursements and plan for the costs of care options. Experience with computer programs, especially Microsoft Office. Other: Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance. Work Environment and Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr Connecticut Community Care, Inc.