Community Case Manager

Pine Tree Society, Inc. • Scarborough, ME

9h • $20 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

Pine Tree Society helps people discover lives of passion and purpose. We transform the lives of thousands of people with disabilities (and their families) each year. When you join us at Pine Tree Society, you’ll be part of an organization that helps Maine people lead richer, more socially connected lives.

As a Community Case Manager at Pine Tree Society, you will provide resources and support to meet the individualized needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities, Pervasive Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Our team assists in the development, coordination and facilitation of a comprehensive person-centered plan (PCP) designed to meet the specific needs of the people we serve. We emphasize community inclusion and empower individuals and their families to be as independent as possible while ensuring they receive the support they need.

We are committed to facilitating a supportive relationship between individuals, their families and service providers in the continuum of care. Case Management services are tailored to each individuals’ needs and circumstances, and might include assistance with:
Applications for financial assistance
Residential planning
Vocational planning
Recreational opportunities
Crisis planning
Day habilitation services
Guardianship
Representative Payee services
Healthcare services
In-home support
Respite services
Transition to waiver or public guardian status

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
• One or more years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities, case management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting evaluations and assessments to determine each individual’s service needs.
• Meeting with individuals, families, guardians and teams to develop goals and services to aid in achievement of greater independence.
• Participating in a variety of appointments and meetings to represent and advocate for the individuals’ rights and interests.
• Preparing, developing, evaluating the annual person centered plan.
• Entering case notes into EIS database weekly or more frequently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, and vision insurance options for you and your family, as well as employer paid dental insurance.
• Paid life insurance and short-term disability
• A generous paid time off (PTO) accrual policy that includes 15 days/year to start, 12 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays of your choice)
• Retirement plan with employer match and annual discretionary contributions
• Paid training, certifications, and career development opportunities
• Tuition advancement program of up to $5,250 a year for degree programs at an accredited college or university
• An extensive Employee Assistance Program (includes free counseling, mental health support, wellness resources, financial education support, and more!)
• Access to discounted rates on voluntary insurances (includes accident, illness, cancer, additional life, and disability insurances)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level