Infirmary Case Manager
Location: Lewistown Montana
Description: State of Montana is presently looking of Infirmary Case Manager right now, this job will be placed in Montana. Further informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Job Listing Detail
Position Title:
Infirmary Case Manager
- Applications must be received by Midnight Mountain Time on the closing date.
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For more information contact:
State Agency:
Public Health and Human Services
800 Casino Creek Dr
Lewistown , MT
59457
Phone: (406)538-7451
Fax: (406)535-2863
TTY: Montana Relay Service at 711
E-mail:
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Position
Number(s):
69133073
Openings:
1
Location(s):
Lewistown
Job Status:
Full-Time Permanent
Shift:
Daytime
Date Posted:
11/14/2013
Closing Date:
11/25/2013
Department:
Public Health and Human Services
Division:
Lewistown Correctional Infirmary
Bureau:
Band/Grade:
5
State Application Required:
Yes
Salary:
$13.03! - $16.29
Salary Unit:
Hourly
! Additional Salary Information: Person filling this position will be eligible for the State of Montana Benefit package, including group insurance
Special Information:
IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT : In accordance with Public Law, 99-6603, Immigration Reform and Control Act, the person selected must produce, with three days of hire, documentation that he/she is authorized to work in the United States. Examples of documentation include a birth certificate or social security card along with a driver's license, other picture I.D., or a U.S. Passport, or a green card. This documentation is not to be presented at the time of application.
The Lewistown Infirmary houses inmates from Montana State Prison who require nursing care. The Infirmary provides a high degree of security to ensure the safety of the community and other residents and employees on the facility’s campus. The management of the unit is collaboration between the Departme! nt of Health and Human Services and the Department of Corrections. This position provides case management and oversees recreational activities for 25 inmates from the Montana State Prison. Key responsibilities include: 1) Counsels inmates to assist with psychosocial needs, behavior management and crisis intervention; 2) Collaborates with nurses and correctional officers to plan safety approved recreational activities for inmates; and 3) Assigns inmates to jobs and evaluates their work performance.
WORK RECORD WILL BE A CONSIDERATION IN SELECTION OF APPLICANTS.
Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:
Criminal History Background Check
Driving Record Check
Duties:
A. Assessment and Case Management
Interviews inmates, and determines appropriate services for inmates
Counsels inmates to assist with psychosocial needs, behavior management, and crisis intervention.
Advocates for inmates' basic needs and rights.
Monitors inmate's care plan
Investigates grievances.
Analyzes case records to make recommendations for potential community placement.
B. Recreation
Collaborates with nurses and correctional officers to plan approved activities.
Develops recreational activities based on inmate's physical abilities .
Conducts recreational activities such as fitness and gardening projects.
Observes and documents inmate’s participation, activity skills, and progress.
Organizes and promotes interest in recreational activities.
Schedules recreational activities and order supplies.
C. Inmate Work Program
Assigns inmates to jobs and evaluates their work performance.
Reviews and submits inmates’ timesheets to payroll.
Determines rates of pay based on predetermined pay schedule.
Competencies:
Required for the first day of work:
Knowledge of social work principles and practices.
Knowledg! e of behavior management, individual and group counseling.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to establish good working relations with staff, inmates, and families.
Ability to plan, organize, and modify recreational activities as necessary.
Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including using a spreadsheet, word processing, database, email, internet and other computer programs.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or a closely related field.
- One year of social services work experience or directly-related work-experience working with families in difficult and sometimes volatile situations.
- Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Additional Materials ! Required: None Required
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If you were eligible to th! is job, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to State of Montana.
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