Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Target Case Manager assists a family in the planning and coordination of I/DD services. This individual attends IEP meetings as an advocate, provides community resources, and creates a Person-Centered Support Plan for the child’s needs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (RESPONSIBILITIES):
- Provides information on IDD Services.
- Assists with service planning and coordination of IDD services.
- Assist clients with needs assessment on an on-going basis.
- Organize, prioritize, and perform work tasks within deadlines and constraints of policies, procedures, and processes of regulatory entities.
- Deal effectively with clients, community professionals, and co-workers in a professional manner.
- Comply with rules of Conduct for Case Managers Serving People with Developmental Disabilities.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field required.
- Minimum of 6 months’ full time experience in field of Human Services.
- Prior experience working with children with special needs preferred.
SKILLS:
- Must be a self-starter and work independently as well as a great team player.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Excellent people skills.
- Ability to perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below.
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
STATUS: Monday through Friday, Full-Time
WORK PACE: Self-paced, requiring the ability to think and act quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding work environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position operates in a professional office environment, utilizing standard office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
May require frequent extended work days. Requires some travel between RUI sites, other community agencies and throughout the state.
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FREQUENCY: Never = 0% Rarely = 1 - 10% Occasionally = 11 - 33% Frequently = 34 - 66% Continuously = 67 + %
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LIFTING:
WEIGH FREQUENCY OBJECTS
1 - 10 lbs. Frequently Supplies and files.
11 - 35 lbs. Rarely Supplies and equipment
CARRYING:
WEIGHT FREQUENCY OBJECTS
1 - 10 lbs. Frequently Supplies and files
11 - 35 lbs. Rarely Equipment
Bending: Rarely
Squatting: Rarely
Kneeling: Rarely
Climbing: Rarely - stairs (Frequently for multi-level facilities)
Grasping: Frequently
Reaching: Occasionally
Fine Manipulation: Continuously
Driving: Occasionally
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field
- At least 6 months of full-time experience in Human Services
- Experience working with children with special needs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and people skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to meet physical work requirements, including lifting, carrying, grasping, and fine manipulation
What We Do
Rainbows United, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of children with special needs and their families. Based in Kansas, it provides inclusive therapies, educational childcare, and customized resources for children from birth up to 21 years old, helping them reach their full potential and achieve meaningful developmental milestones through a multidisciplinary team of experts.
