Case Manager

Sevita; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 41,616 - 56,304; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full compensation/benefits package for

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Rewarding work, impacting the lives of

Job summary

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, is seeking a Case Manager in Peoria, IL. The role offers a $48,960 annual salary and involves intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and ongoing monitoring of families to promote high-quality care.

Home visits and coordination with health professionals are essential parts of the position. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in human services or equivalent, at least one year of related experience, a valid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or equivalent in education and experience required.
• One year of related work experience and knowledge of case management.
• Valid driver’s license, registration, and insurance.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification as required by state/program.
• Ability to establish working relationships with individuals served.
• Demonstrated competence in verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and monitoring of families.
• Gather social history to assess family strengths and weaknesses, and existing problems.
• Conduct home visits and office base services, and accompanies individuals being served.
• Coordinate care with outreach workers, health educators, nutritionists, and other service providers to prevent service duplication and to ensure the individual receives high-quality care.
• Identify and procure group services appropriate for the individual to maximize the individual’s ability to live outside an institution.
• Plan and assist in obtaining services from third-party service providers.
• Develop a plan of care for each individual to include services such as advocacy/case management, independent living skills, training, peer support, physical therapy, cognitive therapy, etc.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Job description

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

Case Manager

$48,960 annually

• Provide case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and monitoring of families.
• Gather social history to assess family strengths and weaknesses, and existing problems.
• Conduct home visits and office base services, and accompanies individuals being served.
• Coordinate care with outreach workers, health educators, nutritionists, and other service providers to prevent service duplication and to ensure the individual receives high-quality care.
• Identify and procure group services appropriate for the individual to maximize the individual’s ability to live outside an institution.
• Plan and assist in obtaining services from third-party service providers.
• Develop a plan of care for each individual to include services such as advocacy/case management, independent living skills, training, peer support, physical therapy, cognitive therapy, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or equivalent in education and experience required.
• One year of related work experience and knowledge of case management.
• Valid driver’s license, registration, and insurance.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification as required by state/program.
• Ability to establish working relationships with individuals served.
• Demonstrated competence in verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle crisis situations.

Why Join Us?

• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.