The primary purpose of the Case Manager classification is to determine a client's eligibility for and monitor a client's participation in a variety of public assistance programs and services, including employment services, financial assistance, food stamps, child care, medical care or other community and social programs and services.
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Interview clients to assess needs and eligibility for TANF, Disability Assistance, Medicaid, Food Assistance, HealthChek, Food Assistance Investigation and Prosecution, Medicaid Transportation, SSI Case Management, At Risk Case Management Transportation, and/or Refugee Medical. Gather and document personal information, financial and employment information, verifications and other documentation as required by program rules and guidelines. Conduct interviews in person, over the phone, or in the field. Authorize or deny participation in and payments from public assistance programs and services.
Develop cooperative plan to meet client needs. Assist clients in obtaining, understanding and utilizing services. Provide information and answers questions regarding different programs. Advise clients regarding rights and responsibilities for participating in programs and services. Make referrals and recommendations. Establish goals and timelines; identifies service delivery problems or barriers and initiates problem resolution. Conduct case conferences, as required.
Provide ongoing case management and oversight. Analyze the appropriateness and effectiveness of case plans and services utilized by clients. Monitor compliance with participation requirements. Research case inquiries, case alerts, match listings, case discrepancies or special reviews. Make adjustments to cash payments or participation in programs, as needed. Act as agency representative at state hearings. Prepare necessary documentation. Take action as instructed.
Maintain related documentation and reports as required by local, state and federal guidelines. Gather statistical information regarding work activities. Maintain contact logs. Document all work activities in case files. Attend conferences, workshops, and training, as required.
These duties are illustrative only and you may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as assigned.
Associate's degree in social work or human services supplemented by two (2) years of experience in social work, case management or public assistance programs; or a Bachelor's degree in any field; or any four (4) year combination of related training and experience.
Must maintain a valid Ohio driver's license. Must meet background check requirements.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None required.
