RPCGB has the following positions open:
Case Manager - Medicaid Waiver
Description:
The Medicaid Waiver Case Manager assists individuals in gaining access to appropriate, needed, and desired waiver and other State Plan services, as well as needed medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services. The position serves to provide necessary coordination with direct service providers (DSP) of non-medical, non-waiver services when the services provided by these entities are needed to enable the client to function at the highest attainable level or to benefit from programs for which clients might be eligible. The Case Manager reports to the Medicaid Waiver Supervisor.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
General Duties:
Prepares personal work plan to meet departmental objectives and expectations; schedules office and field activities to include data collection, research, and meetings.
Assists Program Supervisor as needed.
Communicates with client, caregivers, service providers, and physicians on a regular basis.
Completes and submits required paperwork in a timely manner. Must meet deadlines.
Responsible for maintaining orderly, confidential files.
Conducts verification of monthly service billing and eligibility.
Attends and participates in monthly staff meetings.
Communicates with Assistant Supervisor and Program Supervisor on a regular basis to ensure caseload work is being met.
Prepares and submits daily activity log.
Case Management Duties:
Maintains a caseload of 35-40 clients each month.
Executes ongoing monitoring of the provision of waiver and non-waiver services including the individual’s Plan of Care.
Conducts intake and screening of clients.
Authorizes initial waiver services and determines continued eligibility.
Determines level of care.
Determines choice of institution or community care.
Develops plan of care based on individual needs.
Coordinates, monitors, changes, re-determines, level of services.
Authorizes termination of services or case transfer/termination.
Makes monthly visit to client to ensure level of care is being upheld. Responsible for other required home visits when needed.
Responsible for in depth record keeping including documenting monthly visits and keeping daily logs.
Maintains regular contact with clients and advocates for their rights within scope of services.
Facilitates crisis intervention.
Provides guidance and support for clients, client’s families, and staff.
Competencies:
Active listening skills.
Ability to communicate in a collaborative, effective manner with others and to maintain good working relationships.
Ability to comprehend basic medical terminology.
Possess knowledge of Medicaid Waiver programs and service providers.
Flexibility. Workload may include working before or after normal business hours.
Communication Proficiency. Both written and oral.
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Project Management.
Critical thinking and deductive reasoning skills.
Ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality.
Microcomputer skills to preform word processing and spreadsheet analysis, use databases and software, use e-mail, and access the internet.
Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Ability to interpret and communicate complex rules and regulations.
Excellent organization skills.
Ability to work towards objectives with little supervision.
Strong time management skills. Ability to meet deadlines.
Problem solving skills.
Attention to detail.
Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in human services related field (preferably in social work) and at least 2 years of professional experience in the human services field. Knowledge of Medicaid programs and experience working with elderly and disabled people preferred.
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Master’s Degree in Social Work.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.
To apply please send resume to hr@rpcgb.org
Economic Development Specialist
Position Summary
The Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham (RPCGB) seeks a motivated Economic Development Specialist to provide technical assistance to communities across RPCGB’s six-county region. This position supports economic and community development initiatives, including outdoor recreation infrastructure development, industry and business recruitment and retention, workforce development, small business development, place-based development, and other projects that improve quality of life.
Under the supervision of the Director of Economic Development, the Economic Development Specialist works with member governments, regional allies, and partners to identify high-impact projects and support their implementation through project management, grant development, grant administration, and related technical assistance.
The Economic Development Specialist also assists the Director of Economic Development in:
The preparation and ongoing management of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the six-county region
Development of grant applications and execution of grant-funded programs on behalf of RPCGB
Data collection, data analysis, and other research activities to evaluate and advance regional economic resilience
This position requires regular travel throughout RPCGB’s six-county region and occasional participation in evening meetings and presentations. A valid driver’s license is required.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
General and administrative duties include:
Researching and remaining current on economic development grant programs, including funding opportunities available through federal agencies such as the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Participating in trainings, workshops, and webinars offered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) and federal agencies to build proficiency in the administration of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), and other recurring grant programs
Meeting regularly with representatives of RPCGB member governments and regional economic development partners to identify and advance priority projects and initiatives
Learning and applying federal compliance requirements for grant funding (including 2 CFR Part 200 and other agency-specific regulations) and assisting clients with compliance with applicable state and federal policies, procedures, and regulations
Drafting, reviewing, and assembling grant applications to support RPCGB’s economic and community development work across the region
Developing grant budgets and supporting management of grant expenditures for member governments
Assisting in development of marketing and communications materials that communicate the work and impact of RPCGB’s Economic Development Department and partner organizations
Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Economic Development
Competencies & Qualifications
Ability to take direction while working independently as a self-motivated team member; able to identify, prioritize, and complete routine tasks with limited supervision
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with local government officials and staff, the public, and partner agencies
Ability to interact tactfully and courteously with the public and maintain composure in challenging or high-pressure situations
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to build trust, listen, learn, and collaborate on complex initiatives
Strong critical thinking skills and strategic insight to identify opportunities for communities with limited resources
Sound judgment, including the ability to anticipate issues, solve problems, and manage situations with limited standardization
Ability to interpret and apply information and instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and comfort with interpreting and applying legal, federal, and state guidance
Strong attention to detail when reading, interpreting, and completing complex documents and forms
Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate detailed information to diverse audiences
Excellent organizational and time-management skills; demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
Experience researching and writing grants or documents of similar scope and complexity
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiarity with Canva and Adobe; willingness and ability to learn new software with training
Interest in learning standard economic development approaches and innovative strategies to strengthen economies and quality of life in both urban and rural communities
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in economics, public policy or public administration, government, history, English, communications, or another relevant field.
Two to five years of related professional experience, preferably in economic and community development and/or grant writing. Experience supporting collaborative programs and initiatives benefiting the public sector and/or underserved communities is also relevant.