Title: Case Manager x2 JP# 202101 Regular Full-Time (40hrs/wk) Toledo
Position Classification: Case Manager
Department: Lincoln
Senior and Disability Services
Reports
to: Senior and Disability Services
Program Supervisor
ABOUT OREGON CASCADES WEST COUNCIL OF
GOVERNMENTS (OCWCOG)
OCWCOG manages a variety of local, State, and
Federal programs to serve residents, local governments, and businesses in our
tri-County Region. OCWCOG is recognized by the State of Oregon as an Area
Commission on Transportation (ACT) and a Type B Medicaid Transfer Agency.
Additionally, the association is recognized by the Federal Government as an
Area Agency on Aging (AAA), an Economic Development District (EDD), an Economic
Development Revolving Loan Fund Coordinator, a U.S. Department of Agriculture
Revolving Loan Agency, and staffs the two Metropolitan Planning Organizations
(MPOs) in the Region. These designations increase OCWCOG’s ability to serve our
communities’ needs.
As an Oregon intergovernmental entity, in
addition to the programs and services that OCWCOG is required by State or
Federal contract to provide, OCWCOG helps businesses find appropriate capital;
facilitates seniors and persons with disabilities plan for independent living; coordinates
local road improvement priorities; and assists with administration and
technical support for its member governments.
Each program
works towards OCWCOG’s mission of helping the Region’s communities collaborate
to solve problems and connect member governments, businesses, and individuals
with a wide array of resources.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Provides ongoing case management to
persons needing personal care assistance to promote quality of life,
independence and care in the least restrictive setting. Works with Consumer
Assessment and Planning Systems (CAPS) and related forms and terminal screens.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Performs position duties in a manner which promotes customer
service and harmonious working relationships, including treating all persons
courteously and respectfully. Engages in
effective team participation through willingness to assist and support
co-workers, supervisors, and other work related-associations. Develops good working relationships with
division and agency staff and supervisors through active participation in
accomplishing group projects and in identifying and resolving problems in a
constructive manner. Demonstrates
positive acceptance of constructive feedback and suggestions, in an effort to
strengthen work performance. Contributes
to a positive, respectful and productive work atmosphere. Regular attendance is required to meet the
demands of this job and to provide necessary services.
Interviews
consumers in their own home or care setting to gather personal, social and
medical history information in order to determine and assess needs, current
level of functioning, eligibility, and appropriate referral.
- Conducts assessment of medical/psycho/social
needs for persons needing in-home services.
Develops service plan to meet service and care needs. Coordinates with hospitals, other health care
providers, family, friends, and significant others to ensure comprehensive
needs are met. Completes Consumer Assessment
& Planning System document.
- Establishes specific care plans including
hours and specifics of home care and personal care services. Arranges for
contractor or consumer-employed provider to provide services for consumer. Arranges for Long-term Care Community Nurse
(LTCCN) or individual consumer employed contract RN to do assessment of
personal care plans. May complete all
paperwork associated with payment authorization process and routes through
established office procedures.
- Determines if services are to be provided by
Medicaid. May refer to the Oregon
Project Independence (OPI) Case Manager.
- Monitors ongoing cases, making adjustments in
plans as needed. Arranges for necessary
services such as home delivered meals, transportation, and prior authorized
medical.
- Provides resource referral for family
caregivers.
- Provides backup support to other social
workers and other unit staff as directed by supervisor, including protective
services.
OTHER
JOB DUTIES
Attends unit meetings, staffing and training as directed by supervisor.
Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
SUPERVISION
RECEIVED: Receives general
supervision from the Senior and Disability Services Program Supervisor.
SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES: None
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work
is performed primarily in an office environment utilizing a personal computer,
laptop, telephone and a variety of office equipment. Frequent travel to clients’ homes and other
health care facilities is required.
Field work requires transportation and utilizing laptop computer. May
risk exposure to people with irrational/hostile behavior and/or contagious
diseases. May risk contact with domestic
animals while making client visits.
Occasional travel to various meetings and trainings is also required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience & Training
Bachelor’s
degree, with emphasis in social services.
Course work in geriatrics, elderly health care and gerontology, or
experience providing a general knowledge of the elderly and/or medical
terminology affecting the elderly and/or people with disabilities is preferred;
OR, any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and
experience which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform
the job.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge
of the elderly and/or people with disabilities, and familiarity with the
problems and issues confronting the elderly and/or people with disabilities in
the local community;
Knowledge
of community resources;
Knowledge of confidentiality rules regarding
client and provider records and investigations, including HIPAA regulations;
Knowledge
of, and ability to operate, a personal computer;
Knowledge
of, and experience in, Microsoft software;
Ability
to effectively communicate orally and in writing;
Ability
to assess individuals in their own home to determine appropriate service and/or
community referral;
Ability
to work effectively with representatives of other social agencies, and members
of the public;
Ability
to work effectively with clients and to use good judgment in handling
individual case problems;
Ability
to interact and work with a culturally diverse population;
Ability
to exercise good time management skills in order to accomplish both daily tasks
and on-going projects;
Ability
to maintain accurate, up-to-date records and to prepare accurate reports;
Ability
to work independently, organize and structure work, handle multiple projects
and a high volume of work;
Ability to
initiate own work with minimum supervision;
Ability to
establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with staff,
consumers, other agencies and the general public; and,
Skills in performing psychosocial assessments.
Licenses, Certificates, & Other Requirements
Possession
of a Valid Oregon Driver's license or the ability to travel over a two-county
area.
Position
requires successful completion of a criminal history and driving record check.
Possession of a Valid Oregon Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain reliable transportation in order to travel throughout the area.
Position requires successful completion of a criminal history check.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities. To successfully perform this job, the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
Starting salary is $23.24- $31.17/hourly DOQE. A step increase will be awarded upon successful completion of a probationary period (typically six months), and then annually thereafter to the top of the range. OCWCOG offers an attractive benefits package including:
Retirement – OCWCOG pays both the employer’s percentage, and employee’s six percent (6%) contribution into the Oregon Public Employees System (PERS). In addition to PERS, OCWCOG pays into Social Security.
Insurance – For select plans, OCWCOG currently pays one hundred percent (100%) of the insurance premiums for the employee and their eligible dependents. The insurance package includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, alternative care, life, accidental death and dismemberment, as well as long-term disability.
Holiday Leave – OCWCOG provides ten and one half (10 ½) fixed holidays, plus two (2) personal days during each fiscal year.
Additional Benefits – Deferred compensation options, Long-term care Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Credit Union memberships, and options to participate in pre-tax Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account.
Sick Leave – Full-time employees accrue eight (8) hours of sick leave each month.
Vacation Leave – Full-time employees accrue vacation leave each month according to the following schedule:
0-36 months - 8 hours/month
37-72 months - 10 hours/month
73-144 months - 14 hours/month
145 months and above - 16 hours/month
GENERAL INFORMATION
This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), pursuant to Article 14 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
TO APPLY
You must submit the following application materials to be considered as a viable candidate:A current resume that clearly describes your experience, skills, and/or knowledge related to the requirements of the position and demonstrates that you meet qualifications of the position listed above.
A cover letter explaining how your background, experience and training qualify you for this position. Please describe your experience and training specifically as they relate to the Desired Attributes.
If you are an eligible veteran and wish to claim veterans’ preference points AND you also meet the minimum qualifications for this position, the points will be added to your score. To receive veterans’ preference points, you MUST attach to your application materials the following required documentation:
• A copy of your DD214/DD215 form; OR a letter from the US Dept of Veteran’s Affairs indicating you receive a non-service connected pension for the five (5) point preference.
• A copy of your DD214/DD215 form; AND a copy of your veteran’s disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs for the ten (10) point preference.
If you have any questions please contact HR at hrrecruit@ocwcog.org. In the subject line please include the position title and the posting number.
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The Position Number for this position is 202101.