Case Manager (412)

LifeWorks, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) matching

Staff retention bonus

Health insurance

PTO 4.4 weeks

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Lifeworks, Inc. is seeking a full-time Case Manager to support adults with ID/DD through the Life Enhancement Program and employment-focused services.

Responsibilities include developing annual ISP plans, maintaining confidential case files, and coordinating transportation to community sites. Strong verbal/written communication and a related degree with experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in related field with two years of experience, or HS diploma with five years in Human Services.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Must pass fingerprint, CORI, DPPC and driving background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management duties including documentation and confidential files.
• Develop, write and present ISP plans in consultation with supervisor.
• Coordinate transportation for individuals to community sites as needed.
• Communicate regularly with ISP team members, families, and guardians.
• Support individuals to achieve goals through employment and Life Enhancement Program.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Spanish-speaking

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in related field

High School diploma

Tools

MAP Certification

Job description

Shift:Monday-Thursday 8am - 4pm, Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm

As a team, the mission of Lifeworks is to provide advocacy, empowerment, and opportunity to those that we serve. As a member of our team, we are all here to support you as we provide creative opportunities and services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Lifeworks isn't just a job; it is an opportunity for a fulfilling career with a purpose. We offer competitive pay & excellent benefits in a rewarding and supportive environment.

Lifeworks is hiring a full time Case Manager to work with Individuals with ID/DD. We are a nonprofit human service agency that provides adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to live engaged and meaningful lives. We're searching for an enthusiastic individual who will bring their personality, an independent work ethic, and a strong belief in enhancing the lives of those we serve .

• Promotes optimal health for individuals through routine, preventive, and emergency health care. Ensures that work environments and Life Enhancement activities are safe, secure, and where individuals are free from harm.
• Provides supervision, training and coaching across all settings including Life Enhancement Program activities, that will increase the individual’s self-sufficiency and independence, and to meet the needs and expectations of employers, volunteer sites, families and individuals supported. Will be able to provide support to employers as necessary and will ensure quality and consistency of work performed by these individuals.
• Provide education training, counseling, guidance and physical assistance when necessary to achieve person’s individual goals in the following areas: employment, education, social growth, health and wellness, communication skills, community mobility and volunteerism.
• Develop, write and present annual Individual Support Plans (ISP’s) and the subsequent support paperwork in consultation with their supervisor. Responsible for advocating and ensuring that ISP plans are implemented to achieve the individual’s goals through employment and the Life Enhancement Program.
• Performs case management duties including documentation of training and activities, maintenance of individual confidential files on assigned caseload, review and submit all required paperwork to supervisor according to agency procedures. Attends regular meetings as necessary.
• Ability to be flexible regarding necessary changes in work schedule and tasks as assigned by supervisor to cover the needs of the individual supported.
• Maintains regular communication with individuals and all ISP team members and other persons significant to the person served (i.e. family, guardians, advocates) to facilitate consistency of programming and support. Acts as liaison between Lifeworks, employers, volunteer sites and community supported sites in order to ensure that individuals are meeting all expectations in the community.
• Maintains confidentiality and professional demeanor with regards to all individuals and staff members.
• Provides transportation to and from various sites in the community by either Lifeworks or personal vehicles as necessary. Staff are reimbursed at the agency mileage rate for any use of their personal vehicle within the guidelines established by Lifeworks.
• Ability to demonstrate good computer skills as well ability to learn to utilize the agency’s computer programs for documentation of necessary data.
• Other duties and/or assignments to work/program locations based on the needs of the company

Requirements:

• Experience working with Individuals with ID/DD
• A Bachelor's degree or an associate degree in a related field with two years of experience, or HS diploma and five years of related work experience in Human Services.
• Spanish speaking is a plus
• Must be able to pass Fingerprint background check, CORI, DPPC and Driving background checks
• Valid Driver's License required
• Valid MAP certification is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent Benefits package that includes:

• 403(B) matching up to 3%
• $2,000.00 Staff Retention Bonus after 1 year**
• Health Insurance with 2 plan choices and a 75% employer contribution
• 4.4 weeks of Paid Time Off in your first year of employment
• Long-Term Disability insurance & Life Insurance free for employees
• Flexible spending account

Lifeworks, Inc. believes diversity strengthens the value of our workplace and communities. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer:

This job profile identifies the general duties and minimum level of skills required to perform this job. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned. The employee can be responsible for all other duties as assigned by supervisor. Employment at Lifeworks is on an at-will basis. This means that the employee or employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason or for no reason and with or without prior notice. Nothing in this job description or employee handbook creates an employment agreement, express or implied, or any other agreement between an employee and Lifeworks.