Case Manager - Youth

Icon Fitness; West Branch (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical Coverage

HSA

FSA

Pension Plan

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Assistance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Aflac Options

Job summary

Wellvance is seeking a Care Manager in Michigan to deliver person-centered services to individuals with mental health needs and developmental disabilities. You will develop plans, coordinate supports, and advocate for client independence in home and community settings.

Responsibilities include assessments, service coordination, documentation, and liaison with courts and service providers. Pass requisite licensure and maintain records per Medicaid and state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field recognized by Michigan for Care Management.
• Minimum of one year of experience with individuals with mental health conditions.
• Licensure: QMHP / QIDP / CMHP or Michigan equivalent.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and vehicle insurance per Michigan law.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or work authorization in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, monitor, and document person-centered service plans.
• Conduct annual assessments identifying strengths and supports across life domains.
• Coordinate with treatment teams and natural supports for evaluations and services.
• Lead annual person-centered planning and evaluate service plans.
• Advise and advocate for individuals; collaborate with families and partners.
• Maintain compliant documentation and waiver processes.
• Travel within the service area and work flexible hours as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organization

Time management

Critical thinking

Medicaid knowledge

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Status: Full‑Time, Non-ExemptRate: $21.74 - $22.62What We OfferPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysBC/BS PPO Medical CoverageHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountDental & Vision InsurancePension PlanTuition Assistance ProgramStudent Loan Payment AssistanceTerm Life InsuranceShort‑Term & Long‑Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Life InsuranceAFLAC OptionsJob SummaryThe Care Manager provides services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, and/or intellectual or developmental disabilities. This role ensures individuals receive the necessary supports to achieve community inclusion, independence, and meaningful participation in home and community-based settings. Responsibilities include advocacy, service coordination, linkage to supports, and ongoing monitoring to ensure quality, continuity, and accessibility of services. Core functions include service planning, assessment, coordination, and documentation.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesDevelop, coordinate, monitor, and document person-centered service plans.Conduct comprehensive annual assessments identifying strengths, needs, and supports across all life domains.Coordinate with treatment teams, natural supports, and other disciplines to ensure appropriate evaluations and services.Lead the annual person-centered planning process and provide ongoing evaluation of service plans.Link individuals to internal and external services based on assessed needs.Advocate for individuals and collaborate with families, community partners, and service providers.Monitor service provision to ensure fidelity to the person-centered plan and modify plans as needed.Review provider reports and compile quarterly summaries reflecting progress toward goals.Provide preventive and supportive interventions to promote empowerment and self-determination.Serve as a liaison with courts, hospitals, and other institutions to support continuity of care.Maintain accurate and compliant documentation, data, and case records in accordance with Medicaid, State, Regional, and agency standards.Manage waiver certification and re-certification processes.Provide consultation and assistance to Direct Support Staff.Participate in committees, community engagement activities, and Emergency Services On‑Call (as applicable).Travel within the service area and statewide as needed; work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays when necessary.Additional ResponsibilitiesWork collaboratively with staff, individuals served, and external partners.Maintain high standards of professionalism, productivity, and competence.Support orientation and training efforts for new staff.Perform additional duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in a human services field recognized by the State of Michigan for Care Management.Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with mental health conditions.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesProficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, and standard office equipment.Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document accurately.Sound judgment, critical thinking, and analytical skills.Excellent organization and time‑management abilities.Knowledge of Medicaid, Waiver, and Level of Care guidelines.Ability to support the implementation of new requirements and program developments.Licensure & CertificationsCertification as a QMHP, QIDP, CMHP, or applicable Michigan licensure.Maintain all required trainings and certifications.Valid U.S. driver’s license and vehicle insurance per Michigan law.Proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.About WellvanceWellvance provides state-funded public mental health services to individuals in Iosco, Ogemaw, and Oscoda counties. We serve individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), Serious Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), and Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED). Our mission is to deliver high-quality, person-centered, and cost-effective services that support independence and community integration.Wellvance does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, gender, height, weight, marital or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.