Case Manager

Middle Alabama Area Agency on AgingAlabaster, AL
Internship

2 years ago

Description

Job Title: Case Manager for the Medicaid Waiver Service Program - Elderly and Disabled Waiver.

Job Location: Office in Alabaster - Agency serves Central Region (Blount, Chilton, Shelby, St Clair, and Walker counties)

Case load Areas- 1 case load in Blount County ; 1 case load in Walker County

Job Status: Full-time - Exempt

Summary: Case Managers serve Medicaid eligible clients who would otherwise require nursing home care and are at risk for nursing home placement. The Medicaid Waiver Service (MWS) program aims for clients to remain in their own home and delay/avoid institutionalization by locating, coordinating, and monitoring services. *NCQA accredited program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

  • Conduct Case Management services for clients on the MWS Elderly and Disable Waiver in the FamCare software system through monthly home visits.
  • Caseload is up to 40 elderly, disabled clients, and or disabled children using the medical social work model. Hiring for caseloads in Blount and Walker Counties.
  • Monitor the service delivery of the Care Plan and complete Assessments
  • Update data entry pertaining to medication, doctor appointments, durable medical equipment, and diagnosis data in real-time during home visits.
  • Counsel clients and assists to develop Smart Goals.
  • Coordinate Medicaid Re-determination, completes transitions tracking, documents medication, doctor changes/appointments, and tracks critical incidents.
  • Write effective documentation narratives

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, or related field. Experience in social work, especially the geriatric population is desired.

Relevant Knowledge:

Knowledge of social work principles and interviewing techniques.

Possess experience in MS Office, ability to learn new software, and general office procedures.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Time management and organizational skills.

Additional Requirements:

· Possess a valid driver’s license.

· Must maintain automobile 100/300/100 liability insurance; TB Skin Testing upon hire.

Benefits: State of Alabama Retirement; State of Alabama Local Government Health Insurance (BCBS); and other benefits.

How to Apply: Email cover letter, resume, three references, and salary requirements.

Work Remotely

  • Possible with Supervisor's clearance.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Pay: From $17.16 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
M4A follows CDC guidelines.

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Top majors

That get hired for this type of internship

  • Social Work31%

  • Psychology12%

  • Political Science And Government3%

  • Criminal Justice And Corrections3%

  • Counseling Psychology3%

  • 221 other majors46%

People who did this kind of internship end up at the following companies

  • International Rescue Committee
  • Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • City Year
  • Deloitte
  • Target
Estimated Monthly Living Expenses

For Alabaster, AL | $3,042/mo

  • Housing/Rent$1,302

  • Miscellaneous$772

  • Food$397

  • Utilities$317

  • Transportation$254

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