Case Manager - Full Time

Pay Range: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

For over 40 years, Adjoin has been dedicated to helping people find communities where they feel safe and respected, and where they can be themselves in every aspect of their lives. Adjoin provides services and advocacy for people with disabilities and Veterans. We serve more than 1400 clients annually throughout the state of California ranging in age from 18 to 83 years. We assist our clients to be productive citizens by providing a living and work environment where they feel challenged, respected, and accountable as they strive to meet the demands of life.


Our mission is to create limitless pathways for people to belong where they live, work, learn, and play.

Join Adjoin Catalysts and make a difference! We provide exceptional services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them thrive where they live, work, learn, and play. Our mission is to empower people to make choices that bring happiness and fulfillment to their lives.


At Adjoin Catalysts, we prioritize “Quality of Life” by integrating joy into everyday activities. Our dedicated Catalysts connect with individuals on a personal level, understanding their interests, strengths, and aspirations. We then support them in developing the skills they need to make meaningful choices.


If you are passionate about making a positive impact and fostering a supportive, enriching environment, we invite you to join our team and help create a brighter future for those we serve.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Process referrals of clients from appropriate referring agencies.
• Expedite the intake and assessment process.
• Effectively manage, develop and evaluate direct support staff.
• Assess client collateral data, information from intake interview, and conduct ecological studies of client's abilities and potential living and work environments.
• Develop placements for clients in work and/or living situations that best match the individual's strengths and availability.
• Participate in ongoing training and development, taking responsibility for keeping updated on changes in policies, procedures and protocol.
• Prescribe, implement, and supervise individual training and support programs.
• Project staffing needs and communicate those needs to the Regional Manager and/or his/her designee.
• Collaborate with and develop positive communications and relationships with individuals in cooperative agencies, employers, involved members of families and clients towards the achievement of service goals.
• Participate in the hiring, training, evaluation, and separation of direct support staff.
• Complete in a timely manner all logs, reports and client evaluations as required.
• Review and assure all direct service staff’s documentation is accurate and complete.
• Evaluate and respond appropriately to client and personnel needs and issues, recognizing and taking appropriate action where needed and elevating concerns through chain of command as appropriate.
• Provide direct service as needed and required.
• Be part of the on-call rotation as needed and required.
• Travel to job fairs, client meetings, employer sites, and other locations as required, ensuring safety and professionalism while driving.
• Advocate and perform duties with a person-centered methodology.
• Other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older.
• Bachelor's degree or three years equivalent experience and/or educational equivalent in working with individuals with disabilities.
• Since this position requires a great deal of interaction with people, well-developed interpersonal skills are critical.
• Demonstrated computer literacy (MS Office) and capability to maintain well-organized records and files.
• Ability to follow detailed, multi-step instructions is critical to this position.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and manage time is also an essential component of this position.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively navigate and maintain professional boundaries as custodian of confidential information.
• Certification in an approved First-Aid and CPR class; or successfully complete an approved First-Aid and CPR class within 45 days of the date of hire.
• Insured, registered vehicle in safe working condition, and proof of current CA driver’s license.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel within and throughout the counties in which services are provided a minimum of 75% of the time.
• Ability to travel in and throughout the state on a quarterly basis to attend meetings, trainings, etc.
• Successful completion of pre- employment drug screen and background check.
• Physical evaluations may be required dependent upon specific assigned duties or compliance requirements and may include a TB test and/or a lift and transfer test.
• Acceptable DMV record.
• Adjoin’s client case management platform requires employees to utilize a mobile smart device (i.e. cell phone/tablet) with reliable internet connectivity and data to complete certain essential job tasks. This position requires the employee to have a mobile smart device available to perform certain required essential functions, for which reasonable reimbursement is provided to the employee.

BENEFITS AND PERKS


At Adjoin, we know our employees have diverse and individual needs and have gone a step beyond the standard, cookie-cutter benefits package that other organizations offer. We have thoughtfully designed a unique package that goes above and beyond!:

• Competitive Medical Coverage
• Extremely generous retirement matching
• 100% Employer-paid long-term disability coverage
• 100% Employer-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Employee Wellness program with fun incentives, prizes and chances to connect with your peers
• Mental health resources (EAP) with 5 free counseling sessions per year (for you AND your dependents)
• Volunteer program with paid volunteer hours for a cause of your choice
• Dental, Flexible Spending Account, paid time off, holidays, and more!

EEO

People matter. All humans deserve respect, dignity, and a place to build their own future. Here at Adjoin, we believe and live this every day. Adjoin is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all individuals regardless of age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy-related conditions, race, religion, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer


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