Case Manager, Mental Health Professional Bilingual, HOPWA, Elgin, IL

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Wildwood Trace - Elgin, IL, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: Bachelors Degree, Salary Range: $25.50 - $25.50Hourly, Job Category: Health Care, The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges, those who have suffered a trauma, and those at risk to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose.  We are looking for a Case Manager Mental Health Professional Bilingual HOPWA, Elgin, IL who exemplifies that mission, and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference.

Schedule: M-F 8-4:30 

What will you be doing? 

The CM MHP is responsible for managing individuals’ housing including: all paperwork needed to remain in compliance with TCHIP/HOPWA program requirements/rules, assisting individuals in finding and obtaining appropriate housing, maintaining leases, developing and maintaining good working relationships with landlords, providing medical case management and behavioral health services as appropriate.  

The CM MHP is expected to obtain and maintain all needed trainings to remain in compliance with TCHIP/HOPWA requirements. The CM MHP is expected to participate in ongoing meetings and any other required committees needed to facilitate good working relationships with the HOPWA team as a whole including surrounding area HOPWA teams. 

The CM MHP must complete documentation of services including mental health services and HOPWA related services provided in accordance with state and agency standards as applicable. 

The CM MHP is expected to work with a team of behavioral health service providers within the agency as well as outside agencies, if applicable, to ensure positive client-centered approach.   

Essential Job Responsibilities 

Work scheduled hours and be flexible to meet client and program needs, as assigned by Program Manager or Director.  
Recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action. Contact Manager and Director per procedure. Complete necessary paperwork correctly (incident reports, petitions, case notes).   
Assure compliance with all agency, state and federal regulations while providing services and completing assignments.  Review and follow updated policies and procedures.  
Facilitate communications and coordination of services with other AID staff and professionals in the community. 
Maintain professionalism and good boundaries when working with clients, coworkers and outside agencies.   
Meet minimum service hour provision productivity standards (MRO) monthly. 
Complete all required case management documentation (assessments, IM+CANS, consents, TCHIP/HOPWA paperwork, residential paperwork) on a timely basis.   
Complete and sign all MRO Documentation within 48 hours using Cx360 
Complete Case Worthy documentation by the 2nd of each month for the previous month. 
Meet with all assigned clients on regular basis depending on program and client needs; turn in completed daily activity logs.   
Develop, review and revise the IM+CANS and complete corrections within the timeframe allotted.   
Complete assessment tools and necessary paperwork (including Locus, SAMA, consents, client rights, and privacy practices) per program procedure.     
Assist clients with activities of daily living, including apartment maintenance, and provide client training consistent with the treatment goals. 
Provide guidance to MHP and RSA staff regarding implementation of IM+CANS goals/objectives.   
Obtain Input from clients, families, guardians and other staff on how to improve residential services.   
Monitor and report safety of clients’ living arrangement 
Acquire and maintain required trainings and certifications as well as any other trainings assigned by Manager. 
Assist clients in paying bills, budgeting and banking per program procedure.   
Assist client with completing TCHIP, IDPH, rent renewal, and other housing paperwork in a timely manner to help maintain clients housing 
Oversight or management of client funds when necessary (dual signature accounts, AID rep. Payees). 
Obtain and maintain client benefits (Social Security, Medicaid, Link Card, Etc). 
Assure client records are properly maintained per agency procedures including scanning necessary paperwork into Cx360 per procedure.  
Complete authorizations, reauthorizations and spend-down paperwork in a timely fashion.   
Update Cx360 with corrections whenever necessary, but at least annually to ensure accuracy of records.   
Provide effective services for clients’ individual needs and in line with client rights.   
Attend monthly clinical supervisions per DHS requirement 
Attend monthly team meetings and be a positive contributor. 

What will we bring to the table?  https://aidcares.org/attachments/Benefits_Summary.pdf

21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays
Paid training 
Tuition reimbursement 
Full Benefit including health insurance for employees working 30+ hours/week 
401K with a 3.5% company contribution 

: What will you bring to the table? 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field required. 

Experience:     Experience working in social services required

Physical:     

Navigation of stairs 
No lifting restrictions. 
Ability to provide services in clients’ homes. 

Equipment: 

Computer including Microsoft Windows applications 
Copy Machine 
Telephone with voice mail system 
Basic household appliances 

 Additional Requirements: 

The use of personal automobile, a valid driver’s license, and the minimum amount of liability insurance as defined by AID’s Personnel Policy 
Drive self and clients in agency or personal vehicle.  
Must acquire and maintain certifications in First Aid, CPR, Non-violent crisis intervention training, CEU’s and other relevant trainings 
Must be able to drive a passenger vehicle 
May be required to work multiple locations  
Must maintain IM+CANS certification

If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.