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This Social Work Case Management position is involved in coordinating the Elderly and Disabled Medicaid Waiver program. This program consists of planning, arranging for, and coordinating appropriate home and community-based services which shall be provided to participants in a timely manner. The person assigned to this position maintains considerable contact with service providers, consumers of services and staff.

• Works with a Registered Nurse case manager in the team approach to screen referred participants and determine eligibility.
• During on-site visits using prescribed skills, assesses the client, formulates needs of the waiver participants, notes medical diagnoses, establishes a plan of care, implements the plan of care after eligibility has been established and approval received from appropriate sources, evaluates results of the plan by monitoring participants at least monthly.
• Provides technical assistance to service providers involved in the care of participants.
• Assists in resource development and coordination of services and maximizes the use of information support systems.
• Develops individualized care plans for participants based on the assessment of participants needs and on resource availability.
• Attends meetings, training sessions, and conferences.
• Performs other requirements related to the successful operation of the case management program.

Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field with an active, clear license to practice Social Work in the State of Mississippi and two (2) years of full-time experience working in direct service to aged and disabled individuals.
Candidates with less than two (2) years of experience will require at least 90 days of orientation under the supervision of an established case manager with two (2) years of waiver experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, procedures, and techniques of professional social work; knowledge of community resources available to individuals and families; knowledge and skill in interviewing and assessment techniques; ability to work in a team relationship; and knowledge and understanding of psychological, social, health and economic factors influencing the attitudes and behavior of individuals and families, especially as they relate to the elderly.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of word processing programs, spreadsheets, email platforms, and other communication tools.
• Must have and maintain a valid Mississippi driver's license.
• Must have liability insurance.

Competencies

• Teamwork
• Participant Orientation
• Planning and Organizing
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Communication

PROJECT SITE WILL BE IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY AREA

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Social Work License for Mississippi (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Winona, MS 38967 (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Winona, MS 38967