Independence Advocate & Case Manager

GT Independence, LLC; Maine; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

Competitive wages and benefits

Job summary

GT Independence, LLC seeks a Supports Broker (Case Manager) to coordinate Medicaid Waiver services and promote independence for participants. You will train and supervise staff, build relationships with families and providers, and help access community resources.

Travel is required; you will advocate for participants, plan support plans, and ensure services align with ISP outcomes while complying with state regulations and GT Independence policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 1 year of community experience supporting people with disabilities.
• Travel in the job is required; ability to work in various settings.

Responsibilities

• Support participants' growth and independence by training, supervising, and monitoring staff.
• Build and maintain relationships with agency staff, service providers, and families.
• Assist participants in developing social networks and community integration.
• Help locate and access non-Medicaid resources to achieve ISP outcomes.
• Provide instruction and counseling for problem-solving and decision-making.
• Advocate for participants and collaborate with relevant organizations.
• Guide participants in planning and implementing support plans (IEP, ISP, etc.).
• Educate and support participants in self-directing services under the Employer of Record Model.
• Assist in budget management and coordinate financial support services for self-directed participants.
• Develop schedules and staff duties for self-directed participants.
• Provide ongoing training on participant-directed responsibilities and reporting.
• Coordinate community resources, including healthcare services.
• Assist in securing housing and necessary furnishings.

Skills

Community support experience

Travel required

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates or better in Social Work

Bachelors or better in Social Work

Masters or better in Social Work

Job description

GT Independence, LLC seeks a Supports Broker (Case Manager) to coordinate Medicaid Waiver services and promote independence for participants. You will train and supervise staff, build relationships with families and providers, and help access community resources.

Travel is required; you will advocate for participants, plan support plans, and ensure services align with ISP outcomes while complying with state regulations and GT Independence policies.