Case Manager II - Waiver Case Management - (St. Louis County)

People Incorporated Mental Health Services; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO) up to 112 hours

ESST – Earned Sick and Safe Time (up ȁ

8 paid holidays per year

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Health and dental plans

Education/Training opportunities

Disability/Life Insurance

Loan forgiveness programs eligibility

Job summary

People Incorporated Mental Health Services in Duluth, MN, is seeking a Case Manager II for Waiver Case Management. You will develop and implement person-centered support plans, coordinate services, and help clients live as independently as possible within their communities.

The role is full-time with hybrid scheduling after training, supporting clients in St. Louis County and surrounding areas while maintaining a balanced caseload and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited 4‑year college with a major in social work, psychology, sociology or a closely related field; OR Bachelor’s Degree in any field with one year of social work/case management experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend bi-annual meetings with clients to monitor services.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with clients as a role model.
• Assess client needs and ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain regular contact with collaborative partners.
• Make referrals and authorize services based on client needs.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work / Psychology / Sociology or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in any field + 1 year social work experience

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: St. Louis County - Duluth, MN 55802, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $24.25 - $25.75 Hourly, Case Manager II - Waiver Case Management

People Incorporated is seeking Case Manager II to join our Waiver Case Management (St. Louis County) team to work with clients who are diagnosed with chronic mental illness or other ongoing health conditions. We connect people with services by developing person-centered Support Plans and authorizing services that help them live as independently as possible and integrated within their communities. Waiver Case Management involves more behind-the-scenes service coordination than traditional case management. Our Case Managers see clients twice annually and develop long term relationships by developing dynamic service plans. Our staff operate autonomously, creating their own hybrid schedules after completing initial training. We value work-life balance and have manageable caseload sizes that serve 30 individuals on average!

Hours: Full-Time, Monday- Friday, business hours 8am-4:30pm

Location: St. Louis County + surrounding Minnesota | Hybrid

Hiring Range: $24.25 - $25.75 hour

Hiring Bonus: $1,000 to external candidates

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is the largest nonprofit mental health provider in Minnesota. For over 50 years, we have been a leading community partner, transforming the health of our communities through innovative solutions.

Main Job Duties:

• Attending bi-annual meetings with clients to monitor services
• Develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with clients serving as a role model for clients by demonstrating positive, proactive and respectful communications
• Assessing client needs and ensuring continuity of care.
• Maintain regular contact with collaborative partners.
• Making referrals and authorizing services based on client needs and personal outcomes.
• Maintaining records and documenting all services provided.
• Excels at documenting all interventions, interactions, and relevant information to the Support Plan consistent with professional and organizational standards
• Must reside within the metro area

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These essential duties include:

• Passing all background and requirements for facility and position; and
• The ability to pass the screening required by Federal Human Services Office of Inspector General to assure that person has not been excluded from working in the Health Care Programs which receive federal funding.
• Must have a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance.

Qualifications: Education and Experience Required for Waiver Case Manager II positions:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited 4-year college with a major in social work, psychology, sociology or a closely related field;
• OR
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college with a major in any field, AND One year of experience as a social worker/case manager/care coordinator in a public or private social service agency

Benefits:

• Benefits include up to 112 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Up to 48 hours of Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) in accordance with state and local requirements
• For full-time employees, up to 8 paid holidays per calendar year (4 company-designated holidays and 4 floating holidays that are prorated based on date of hire).
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% employer-match
• Multiple health and dental insurance plan choices available?
• Lifestyle Benefit – choice between company contribution to health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, or flex time
• Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance & Life Insurance
• Free access to People Incorporated's Training Institute, offering free CEUs and a wide array of learning and education opportunities
• Eligibility for state and federal loan forgiveness programs

We are committed to providing salary ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity considerations.

People Incorporated is committed to improving the wellness of our clients, staff, and the communities that we serve by providing a tobacco-free environment.

People Incorporated is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affliative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

People Incorporated values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.