Hybrid Telework SODC Specialist/QIDP Case Manager - FK

The Nearest Service, Inc.; Kankakee (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Plan with company match

Health insurance options

Generous paid time off policy

Potential for loan forgiveness through PSLF

Job summary

The Nearest Service, Inc. in Kankakee is looking for an Individual Service Coordinator to support individuals with developmental disabilities. This role requires a bachelor’s degree in human services and experience in case management. Candidates must be compassionate, organized, and capable of making a difference in clients' lives.

Responsibilities include advocating for clients, educating them about service options, and managing caseloads. The position offers a salary of $45,000 to $55,000 annually, along with excellent benefits and hybrid telework opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience working with individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities.
• Experience as an ISC in an ISC Program preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions of administrative case management and advocate for individuals.
• Educate individuals and guardians about service options.
• Manage a caseload of individuals in need of services.

Skills

Compassionate

Organized

High energy

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

QIDP certification

Tools

Confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Job description

Service Inc of Illinois is dedicated to helping people with developmental delays and disabilities find the services and support they need to live a better life.

If you have a bachelor’s degree in a human services field and at least one year of personal or professional experience supporting an individual(s) with a developmental disability, we hope you will apply and be a valuable difference maker in the lives of our clients!

We are seeking high energy, organized, and compassionate people to join our team. Qualified candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance from one of our office locations to meet caseload visiting needs. We have offices located in Crystal Lake, Rockford, Aurora, Lombard, Joliet, and Kankakee.

We believe that each of our staff members is essential to our organization and the people that we serve. We strive to provide a flexible, rewarding work environment for all so that everyone is enabled to reach their highest potential. We offer fantastic benefits, great work/life balance, and the opportunity for career growth.

What makes Service Inc one of the best social service agencies to work for:

• A team of over 210 compassionate, caring people covering 22 counties in Illinois
• Regular Monday through Friday schedule
• No on-call requirement and no weekend work schedule
• Provide customized one-on-one training program, mentorship, and support to all new staff
• Hybrid telework opportunities offered
• Potential to earn a fiscal year-end performance-based bonus annually
• Enjoy a career with opportunities for internal promotions – all internal promotions from entry level to executive level are based on job knowledge and performance

Great Employee Benefits:

• Staff in this position earn an annual salary of $45,000 to $55,000 (based on related work experience)
• 401K Plan with 100% immediate vesting and generous company match
• Basic life insurance and long-term disability plans provided by agency at no cost to the employee with additional coverages available
• Excellent affordable health insurance with 5 different options to choose from, all of which offer no copay virtual visits.
• Quality dental, vision, and short-term disability coverages available
• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy of 32 paid days off annually: includes 20 days PTO, 10 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays per year
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program available at no cost
• Potential for loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Individual Service Coordinator (ISC) – Essential Job Duties:

• Perform functions of administrative case management and serve as an advocate to support individuals.
• Educate individual and guardian(s) regarding choices of service options and ensure service linkage.
• Assess Medicaid status and provide supports as needed to support Medicaid enrollment and active status.
• Complete all required internal Agency and Department of Human Services (DHS) forms and maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
• Additional duties will be discussed during an interview.

SODC Specialist – Essential Job Duties:

• Manage a caseload of individuals residing in a State Operated Developmental Center (SODC) seeking waiver services or in need of a skilled nursing care.
• Maintain an active on-site presence at the SODC as necessary to support caseload needs.
• Work collaboratively with the SODC Transition Coordinator and other key personnel (i.e., Social Worker, QIDP, Unit Director etc.) to identify individuals who are seeking Waiver Services or those in need of skilled nursing care.
• Participate in the monthly Community Placement Meeting (CPM) with the SODC Transition Coordinator, DHS Bureau of Transition Services (BTS), Equip for Equality and other designated representatives.
• Complete the abbreviated Pre-admission Screening for individuals residing in SODC’s.
• Additional duties will be discussed during an interview.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or a related field (Required)
• Minimum one-year of personal or professional experience working with individuals with developmental / intellectual disabilities (Required)
• 1-year experience working as an ISC in an ISC Program (Required)
• 2-years’ experience working as an ISC in an ISC Program (Preferred)
• QIDP certification (Required)
• ISC to be in good standing with their current caseload and ready for new challenges with larger caseload (Required)
• Valid Driver’s License, Insurance, and reliable transportation (Required)
• Bilingual encouraged to apply
• Ability to meet Essential Job Functions with or without reasonable accommodations (Required)