Case Manager (Service Coordinator)

Service Coordinator PositionLooking for a job working in your community and advocating for those underserved individuals? See Below!!Service Coordination, Inc. is looking for Service Coordinators with a passion to serve and work within your community – people who LOVE what they do and who are ready to finally be taken care of to the same degree that they care for others!Why should YOU want to work with us?We offer competitive pay, with a base salary range of $64,395-$79,861, determined based on education, relevant case management experience and relevant certificationsWe reimburse for all travel and offer a quarterly bonus potentialGenerous Team Member Referral ProgramExcellent benefits, including a tuition reimbursement program, medical, dental and vision plans, 100% employer paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance, 403(b) match (up to 5% of your annual salary), generous annual leave and sick leave accrual and holiday payExtensive paid training and employer-provided laptop and cell phoneSupportive Leadership Teams that want you to succeed, participate in your training and facilitate open communication through monthly Town Halls and Annual ReviewsOur roots at SCI extend back to 1982, and our mission has always been the same: to effectively care for our team, our community and the people that we support. SCI provides quality case management and other related services by helping people understand what their choices are and connecting them to resources in their communities in ways that respect their dignity and rights.Even during the COVID-19 shutdown, our Service Coordinators didn't miss a beat. They adapted to their surroundings and found new ways to ensure they remained available and helpful to the individuals they support. Does this sound like you? Send us your resume for review! We'd love to see what you bring to the table!If you are the type of person who welcomes a challenge and is looking for a rewarding position where you can truly make a difference, please contact us to learn more.Apply based on your County:When applying for a job posting, it is important to apply to the county you live in for the following reasons:By working in the County you live in you will have a better understanding of the need, concerns and resources in the community, which can help you to provide better service to the people you are supporting.Working within the County you live in will ensure that you are able to meet the expectations of the position. For example, our Case Managers are responsible for billing roughly 75% of their worked time and, travel time, while it is worked and paid time, is not a billable activity. Therefore, traveling too far to support the people on your caseload will inhibit your ability to meet the expectations of the position.You will be eligible for mileage reimbursement at the federal rate.SCI Summary: SCI supports people with disabilities, behavioral challenges, medically complex needs, transitioning youth, the elderly, and other populations using Maryland Department of Health's Targeted Case Management and Supports Planning work models.Position Summary: Provide Case Management services to individuals who have an intellectual disability and/or developmental disability. Primary objectives of this position to include: Establish positive working relationships through a solution-based approach with each person served, their team and additional external stakeholders. Routinely explore options, areas of interest and preferences and growth opportunities for each person served. Establish and monitor an annual Person-Centered Plan that identifies outcomes important to the person, outlines support needed and required, and secures ongoing support services and continuously monitors and evaluates the quality of the services provided. Meet state-mandated requirements for all duties of the Service Coordinator role. Identify and secure ongoing support services and provide assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities. Establish a Person-Centered Plan (PCP) for services, implements, and continuously monitors and evaluates the quality of the services provided. Ensure that the services provided meet state-mandated standards.SCI Team Member Expectations: All SCI Team Members are expected to: Ensure services provided follow the organization's mission statement, core operating values and policies and procedures. Follow HIPAA, confidentiality and security procedures and principles; collaborate with peers, leadership, and support areas of the organization; actively participate in and contribute to leadership and other staff meetings and trainings; maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; follow self-direction and person-centered planning procedures and philosophy; and to foster a culture that values diversity.Essential Duties:1. Advocate on behalf of individuals, provide resource information, and educate them to become more self-determined.Provide education to individuals and their familiesProvide education on how to coordinate and advocate for servicesEncourage individuals to empower themselves and achieve optimal level of independenceEducate individuals on the principles of self-determination2. Collect information and documentation related to eligibility for DDA services and recommend eligibility and priority to DDA.Meet with individuals and/or family to obtain informationObtain relevant information and supporting documentationComplete a Comprehensive Assessment (CA)Plan for, and update Person Centered Plans (PCPs)3. Plan for, facilitate, develop, and continually update Person Centered Plans (PCPs) that document service needs for individuals eligible for DDA services.Engage in person-centered planning process with individualsDevelop and write the PCPs in collaboration with the individualConduct PCP preparations with the individualWrite the Self-Directed Plan4. Research, identify, refer, and coordinate resources and services to achieve the outcomes specified in individual's PCPs, and share resources with other team members.Travel to meet with support staffProvide information, makes referrals, and assists individualsAssist individuals with transitioningComplete required paperwork and follows up for waiversIdentify services and collaborate with providers for individuals in state facilities to transition successfully into the communityIdentify services and collaborate with providers to support those with forensic involvement5. Monitor Person Centered Plans (PCP) and conduct follow-up activities.Conduct on-site visits to observe individualsConduct timely visits and contacts as defined in regulationsObtain information regarding individuals' progress toward goalsSubmit the Recertification of Need (RECON)Identify new medical and health services, and other individual needsSubmit recommendations for new DDA priority categoryComplete the Agency Investigation Report (AIR)Apply or re-apply for necessary programs or servicesCommunicate with provider regarding resolution of individual's concernsOversee provision of documentation to apply for medical assistance6. Adhere to SCI and policies and procedures.Meet performance utilization benchmark to ensure compliance with SCI standardsMaintain individuals' HIPAA records in secure locations Utilize tracking and time management toolsRequired Competencies:Collaborates – Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectivesCommunicates Effectively – Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiencesCustomer Focus – Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutionsInterpersonal Savvy – Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of peopleInstills Trust – Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticityTech Savvy – Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applicationsEnsures Accountability – Holds self and others accountable to meet commitmentsValues Differences – Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organizationResourcefulness – Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficientlySituational Adaptability – Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situationsPlans and Aligns –