Case Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Person in this position will work in collaboration with community resources to provide services to participants/clients of WestCare Salem Veterans Home. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assess resource needs of participants.
• Educate and refer participants to community agencies and businesses that appropriately address the veterans needs and work on individual growth plan.
• Assist veterans with establishing or re-establishing support systems within their community.
• Act as advocate on behalf of the veterans to improve access to needed services with focus on VA.
• Participate in staffing decisions regarding the veterans current strengths and resources and their need for additional resources.
• Complete electronic documentation of services in a timely manner.
• Assists other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community.
• Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft Word program formats or the ability to learn.
• Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
• Military/Veteran preferred.
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a criminal background clearance
• Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required; and
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
• As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc. will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11/1/2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.
• During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of two years experience in assisting veterans and families in transitioning from military to civilian life.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Not applicable for this position

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is primarily performed in a residential setting.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.