Case Manager 40 (WRD)

LifeStream, Inc.; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeStream, Inc. is seeking a dedicated individual to develop Day Habilitation Service Plans and maintain confidential records for program participants in Massachusetts. The role operates Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with an hourly rate starting at $24.75.

Responsibilities include reviewing progress notes, coordinating with clinical services, and ensuring consumer input and training are documented per policies. A valid driver’s license, CORI, and fingerprinting are required.

Qualifications

• CORI and fingerprinting required
• Valid Driver's license required
• Negative drug screen required
• Use of personal vehicle for work
• Commitment to the philosophy of community inclusion

Responsibilities

• Develop Day Habilitation Service Plans for all individuals attending the program.
• Maintain confidential records of all consumers in accordance with policy.
• Review monthly progress notes submitted by Personal Advocates for accuracy.
• Complete monthly progress reports when applicable.
• Access clinical services as needed to support consumer programs and needs.
• Ensure consumer input into DHSP development, personal interests, and programmatic needs.
• Ensure consumer training occurs according to guidelines with proper documentation.
• Maintain regular contact with program manager to ensure implementation and progress on DHSP goals.
• Maintain contact with DDS, Residences, and Parents/Guardians as needed.
• Act as a team member providing input into programmatic services, schedules, systems, etc.
• Make recommendations regarding program quality and staff training needs.
• Provide direct services/coverage when required and requested by program manager.
• Attend and participate in all DHSP/ISP meetings and quarterly meetings.
• Demonstrate flexibility to meet program needs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Service related field

Five years combination education/experience in ID/DD

Job description

Come join one of the area's largest employers!

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Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-4p

Hourly rate starting at $24.75

LifeStream is an equal-opportunity employer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for Day Habilitation Service Plan development for all individuals attending the program.
• Maintain confidential records of all consumers who participate in the program in accordance with LifeStream policy.
• Review monthly progress notes submitted by Personal Advocates for accuracy, content, etc.
• Completes monthly progress reports when applicable.
• Accesses clinical services as needed in support of consumer programs and needs.
• Ensures consumer input into DHSP development, personal interests, and programmatic needs.
• Ensure consumer training occurs according to established guidelines and appropriate documentation is maintained.
• Maintain regular contact with program manager to ensure appropriate implementation and progress on consumer DHSP goals and objectives.
• Maintain contact with DDS, Residences, and Parents/Guardians as needed.
• Act as a member of the team offering input into all programmatic services, schedules, systems, etc.
• Make recommendations regarding program quality, consumer choices and provide general input to program manager as needed.
• Provide direct services/coverage when required and requested by program manager.
• Makes recommendations to program manager relevant to staff training needs.
• Attends and actively participates in all DHSP/ISP meetings and quarterly meetings.
• Demonstrates flexibility in meeting program needs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintenance of an acceptable CORI and fingerprinting
• Valid Driver's license
• Negative drug screen
• Use of personal vehicle for work purposes
• Commitment to the philosophy of community inclusion

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors Degree in Human Service related field and/or five years combination education and/or experience in the field of ID/DD

Equal Opportunity Employer

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