Remote Case Manager - Otter Tail County

Job Title: Case Manager / Social Worker

Location: Remote in Otter Tail County MN. Must live within MN to be considered for the position. Travel throughout the state is required for meetings and visits with persons served. Based on caseload, travel throughout other parts of Minnesota may be required.

Schedule: Monday-Friday typical daytime business hours. Eligible to work from home up to 2 days/week after 6 months of employment.

Wage: Starting at $51,000 annual salary including Full-Time benefits, PTO, and hybrid schedule. Higher annual salary available with Bachelor's or Master's of Social Work.

Required Qualifications

Be a licensed Social Worker (Bachelor of Social Work required for licensure)

Or licensed Graduate Social Worker (Master’s in Social Work required for licensure) as stated by the Minnesota Board of Social Work

Or have a 4-year degree in Human Services, Psychology or Sociology, or related fields

Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check

Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy

Job Summary: As a Case Manager, you will be working on finding resources and services for persons (clients) that best fit their needs and situations. At Meridian Services, each Case Manager is an advocate for persons with disabilities/elderly and helps to make a difference in their lives. Our Case Managers will carry caseloads that consist of persons with intellectual disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, CADI (mental health) diagnoses, and elderly/alternative care.

Essential Job Duties:

Visits with persons on the caseload and attending team meetings

Completing or attend meetings on needs assessment; individual service plan development (CSSP)

Assisting with planning for new service development

Locating residential, vocational, and other needed services depending on each person’s needs

Monitoring service delivery and ensuring the health and safety needs of each person are being met.

Completion of referrals and crisis intervention as needed

Developing waiver budgets

Completing case notes

Acting as an advocate for people we provide services to

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of community resources and providers

Excellent computer skills including Microsoft office

Great organizational skills and attention to detail.

Knowledge of Medical Assistance, Medicare, and MN Health care programs