Case Management Specialist | Western Michigan University
Western Michigan University
Location
Kalamazoo, MI | United States
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Job Description:
- Oversees case management and care management services, including the clinical supervision of services and the supervision of case managers, case assistants and student interns.
- Schedules and facilitates patient interdisciplinary team meetings, periodic reviews and the creation of healthcare and support plans for patients.
- Meets with patients and healthcare teams as needed when patient is exhibiting symptoms of distress. Monitors service plans, follow-up on interventions and develop back-up crisis plans for services.
- Establish working relationships with staff at residential providers and community agencies. Serves as patient advocate and provide linkages to community services for improving healthcare coordination and self-determination.
- Develops clinical processes and protocols for healthcare coordination and clinical interventions. Provides crisis intervention for patients with immediate definable needs such as finances, shelter, food and medication control.
- Participates as member of the department's management team. Oversees accreditation standards and contract compliance for services.
Short Job Description:
- Master's degree in related field from an accredited institution.
- Three years' relevant experience.
- Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and their families and related programmatic activities such as coordinating community coalitions or initiatives.
- Experience working with older adults.
Job Ref: S668P
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About Western Michigan University
One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.
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