Medicaid Waiver Case Manager Job Opening

Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging

Job Title: Medicaid Waiver Case Manager

(Medicaid Waiver Service Program for the Elderly and Disabled - (E&D) Waiver Program)

Job Location: Office Location - Alabaster;

Central Region (Blount, Chilton, Shelby, St Clair and Walker counties)

Job Status: Full-time - Exempt

Information About The Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging:

Our Mission

M4A’s mission is to help all individuals access information, assistance, and resources that will empower them to self-advocate, live independently, and enjoy the highest quality of life. M4A specializes in serving older adults and individuals with disabilities.

Our History

Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging (M4A) was designated as an Area Agency on Aging in 1989. As our name indicates, M4A serves all consumers between Blount, Chilton, Shelby, St. Clair, and Walker counties to serve older individuals. Since 1989, M4A and its mission have grown to serve caregivers and people with disabilities regardless of age.

Our Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) provides easy access to programs and services including:

• Caregiver Support: Information, Assistance, Education, Counseling, Respite, and Supplemental Services.
• Home & Community Based Services: In home services and care coordination to help older and disabled individuals remain in their homes.
• Insurance Counseling: Counseling, advocacy, and help with Medicare, Medicaid, Prescription coverage, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Fraud.
• Legal Services: Legal assistance with powers of appointment, access to public benefits, housing, and healthcare. (must be 60 years of age or older)
• Nutrition: Nutritious meals either delivered at home or in a congregate setting.
• Ombudsman Services: Information and advocacy for residents of long-term care facilities and family members.
• Prescription Assistance: Assistance to obtain free or low cost prescription drugs from pharmaceutical companies.
• Senior Employment: A paid training program to help strengthen and improve skill set to secure gainful employment. [age requirement]

Information about the Medicaid Waiver Service Program for the Elderly and Disabled Summary -

The purpose of the Elderly and Disabled Waiver Program is to provide home and community-based services to elderly and disabled individuals in the community who would otherwise require nursing facility care. This waiver is aimed at providing quality and cost-effective services to individuals at risk of institutional care. The Alabama Medicaid Agency serves as the administering agency for this program and the Alabama Department of Senior Services serves as the Operating Agency. Services provided under this waiver are case management, personal care, homemaker services, respite care (skilled and unskilled), companion services, adult day health, and home delivered meals.

This waiver includes a consumer directed care initiative called Personal Choices. Personal Choices is offered statewide through a concurrent 1915(j)authority. This state plan option gives individuals the opportunity to have greater involvement, control, and choice in identifying, accessing and managing their long term services and community supports. This Program allows self-direction for Personal Care, Homemaker, Unskilled Respite, and Companion services. All participants are given the opportunity to choose between the Personal Choices Program and traditional waiver services through the E&D waiver.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: TheMiddle Alabama Area Agency on Aging is seeking qualified candidates for a Medicaid Waiver Case Manager position. Potential candidates must adhere go ethical behavior and Hipaa compliance; establish and maintain positive working relationships; communicate effectively; and foster teamwork. Applicants must posses time management and organizational skills. Ability to drive an automobile and carry 100/300/100 liability insurance, possess a valid driver’s license and maintain automobile liability insurance is required.

• Case load of up to 40 clients and to oversee the service delivery of the program by positive working relationships clients, caregivers, doctors and Direct Service Providers.
• Monthly face visits in clients’ homes (and hospital if client is admitted)
• Oversee and document the service delivery of the MWS Elderly and Disable Waiver in real-time through software.
• Current Case Load is located in Walker County in outskirts.
• Arrange for services through contractors and serve as a liaison with other social service agencies.
• Must meet the policies and procedures of Alabama Medicaid.
• Monitor a case management plan.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology or related field is required.
• Preferred past experience in social work, especially the geriatric population.
• Preferred 1 year home visit experience.

Relevant Knowledge:

Knowledge of social work principles and interviewing techniques.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and general office procedures. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Benefits:

BCBS Insurance

RSA - ERS

*others available upon interview

How to Apply: Submit: Email cover letter, resume, three references and salary requirements.

Applicants who do not submit all requested information may not be considered.

Deadline to apply: open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• home visit: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License:

• Driver's License (Required)