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Connecticut Department of Administrative Services · 2 days ago

Developmental Services Case Manager (40 Hour)(Hybrid)

Hartford, CT

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$82K/yr - $111K/yr

1+ years exp

The Connecticut Department of Administrative Services is seeking a Developmental Services Case Manager to coordinate and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal waiver requirements and working collaboratively with individuals, families, and providers to develop and monitor Individual Service Plans (ISPs).

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Responsibilities

Performs activities related to individual services plans for conformity with federal and/or agency standards

Coordinates and monitors the delivery of waivered services to ensure the federal requirements for reimbursement are met and maintained and monitors completion of appropriate documentation

Develops social service evaluations and service recommendations

Oversees and supports continuity of care and waiver benefits

Monitors development and ensures maintenance of individual files including required documentation

Provides information and support to individuals and families in obtaining and maintaining social services benefits to ensure continued waiver eligibility

Provides guidance and support to individual and/or family members in locating appropriate providers in the community

Convenes, chairs and facilitates interdisciplinary/planning support team meetings to develop, review and/or modify individual service plans

Coordinates integration of day program, residential, medical and other services provided to each individual and ensures service delivery

Assists with identifying the need for evaluations, scheduling of evaluations and monitors completion

Acts as liaison and provides technical assistance to service providers and monitors compliance with departmental and waiver policies and procedures

Maintains regular contact and provides supportive guidance to assigned individuals and their families

Gives information to individuals and/or call-in’s, guardians and families regarding their legal rights, departmental policies and procedures, services provided and encourages participation in service planning process

Schedules program reviews and monitors implementation of specific program recommendations

Ensures that legal and financial documents are completed in a timely manner

Informs appropriate supervisor and regional administrative staff when services are not or cannot be provided

Assists with responses to ICF surveys, inspections and IPR/UR as required

May review individual service plans for conformity to federal regulations

May coordinate the development and assist with the implementation of Plans of Correction

Performs related duties as required

Qualification

Qualified Intellectual Disabilities ProfessionalIndividual Service PlansInterdisciplinary team meetingsPerson-Centered PlanningMedicaid knowledgeFluency in foreign languageInterpersonal skillsOral communicationWritten communicationConflict resolution

Required

A Bachelor's degree that meets the eligibility criteria for certification/designation as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) as set forth in federal regulations and interpretive guidelines and two (2) years of professional experience involving responsibility for developing, implementing and evaluating individualized programs for individuals with an intellectual disability in the areas of behavior, education and rehabilitation

A Master's degree that meets the eligibility criteria for certification/designation as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) as set forth in federal regulations and interpretive guidelines and one (1) year of professional experience involving responsibility for developing, implementing and evaluating individualized programs for individuals with an intellectual disability in the areas of behavior, education and rehabilitation

A degree that meets the eligibility criteria for certification/designation as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) is a degree in the field of human services, healthcare or education including but not limited to: nursing, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, special education or sociology

Incumbents in this class must be eligible for certification as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional as required by federal regulations

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess fluency in a foreign language or sign language for designated positions

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel

Preferred

Experience identifying and accessing state, federal, and/or community resources available to individuals with Autism. Must have knowledge of state and federal benefits, including Medicaid and HCBS Autism Waiver

Experience leading interdisciplinary team meetings and conflict resolution

Experience with the concepts of Person-Centered Planning, as well as translating clinical assessment tools and programmatic findings into realistic and measurable objectives

Experience in the concepts of self-determination, self-directed supports and self-advocacy for people with Autism

Experience demonstrating knowledge of Abuse and Neglect Reporting and Notification and providing critical decisions regarding individual's health and safety

Benefits

Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.

A healthy work-life balance to all employees!

The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.