DBMD Case Manager - Empower Independence in Austin

Disability Services of the Southwest; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Disability Services of the Southwest (DSSW) seeks a passionate DBMD Case Manager to support individuals with deaf-blindness and multiple disabilities in achieving independence and community inclusion in Austin, TX. This exempt, full-time role coordinates services, advocates for clients, and ensures program standards are met within the DBMD waiver.

The position emphasizes case management, collaboration with families and providers, and maintaining regulatory compliance while delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health or human services with at least two years of direct disability services experience or equivalent.
• Associate degree in health or human services with at least four years of direct experience.
• High school diploma with at least six years of direct disability services experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities and operations of assigned DBMD program participants.
• Monitor service delivery and ensure quality outcomes for caseloads.
• Coordinate enrollment and onboarding of eligible applicants.
• Ensure compliance with DBMD program requirements and regulatory standards.
• Advocate for clients and safeguard individual rights.
• Collaborate with families, providers, healthcare professionals, and community partners.
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and ARD meetings as applicable.
• Provide crisis intervention and problem resolution when needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Support on-call responsibilities and client care activities.
• Travel throughout the Austin service area for client visits and assessments.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies.

Skills

Case management

Advocacy

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in health or human services

Associate degree in health or human services

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Disability Services of the Southwest (DSSW) seeks a passionate DBMD Case Manager to support individuals with deaf-blindness and multiple disabilities in achieving independence and community inclusion in Austin, TX. This exempt, full-time role coordinates services, advocates for clients, and ensures program standards are met within the DBMD waiver.

The position emphasizes case management, collaboration with families and providers, and maintaining regulatory compliance while delivering