Job Description:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Conducts MPW assessment, including a face-to-face visit with the individual in the home within the 14 day deadline, or other deadline, as established by state criteria. Assesses and documents the individual’s physical health, mental health, social supports, and environment, using assessment tool designated by the state. Observes and interviews the individual and his or her representatives or family members to identify the needs and services that the recipient or recipient’s family cannot manage or arrange on the individual’s behalf. Explains paperwork to the individual, and/or guardian, and has them complete the Freedom of Choice form, along with other state and agency required paperwork, at the face-to-face assessment visit. Provides potential MPW recipients and/or family members with information about the MPW and available case management providers. Arranges for submission of the MPW evaluation to the Quality Improvement Organization, which determines the Level-of-Care approval or denial, and the assessment and/or reassessment to the respective MPW provider upon approval of the Level of Care. Assists the individual with the appeal procedures in the event of a Level-of-Care denial and upon the request of the individual or his or her family.

EDUCATION

• Registered nurse or social worker (defined by regulation as a person with a Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology or a related field as approved by Medicaid)
• Or certified psychologist with autonomous functioning
• Or licensed psychological practitioner
• Or licensed marriage and family therapist
• Or licensed professional counselor. 

EXPERIENCE           

• One year experience with the DD/ID population is required, with a Bachelor’s degree, or six months’ experience with the population with a Master’s degree.
• Good interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills. 
• Working knowledge of the MPW and eligibility criteria. 
• Reliable transportation for frequent travel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position has no unusual physical demands.
• Position requires travel to offsite locations and may require walking or standing, stooping or bending. 
• Position requires extensive work in client’s homes, occasionally entailing modestly unpleasant situations.

Time Type:

We continually help our community and employees flourish... one life at a time. As a Seven Counties Services employee there are many benefits to enjoy. Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for with Seven Counties Services.

• Health & Wellness
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability - Company Paid

• Financial Wellbeing
  • Competitive Compensation Packages
  • Life Insurance - Company Paid
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company Paid
  • 403b Retirement Plan with Company Funded Matching
  • Retirement and Financial Planning Services

• Career Development and Growth
  • Tuition Assistance Plans
  • Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • Clinical Supervision toward licensure and reimbursement for certain license applications
  • At Seven Counties Services training is one of our highest priorities. We provide company paid professional training for various skills, certifications, and continuing education
  • Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us
  • Leadership Academy for our rising stars, supervisors, and leaders
  • Seven Counties Services and Center for Clinical Excellence provide staff with industry best practices and processes

• Work Life Balance
  • Paid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. (10 Paid Holidays)
  • Flexible Work Schedules to promote a Healthy Work Life Balance
  • Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being