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Project Manager/Case Manager - Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Reports to: Education Director

Salary (Grade): $28.26/hr

Status: Reg. Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Location: 317 Frenchman St. Winnebago NE 68071

Job Purpose & Position Overview:

The Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation Services Project Manager/Case Manager will have

programmatic responsibilities for overseeing the overall program, ensuring that the program

goals and objectives are met, and assures compliance with Federal, Tribal, and State regulations.

The Incumbent will work with individuals to provide intensive case management services to the

eligible American Indians with disabilities in our local Service Delivery Area for the purpose of

rehabilitation counseling and guidance reaching individualized set goals through Individual Plans

of Employment (IPE) and integrated outcomes for self-sufficiency. The Incumbent is also

responsible for grant reporting, including collecting site data reports and compiling regular

reports. Must ensure that participants meet all eligibility guidelines.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Case Manager

Demonstrates the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.

Assists clients with completing Program intake and application forms.

Maintains a positive and helpful relationship with clients, Tribal staff, partners and stakeholders and employers.

Assisting walk-ins, and over-the-phone requests for services, and coordinating referrals from other agencies

Determines client eligibility for Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation Services based on eligibility and medical documentation to support disability.

Coordinates assessment testing for participants with appropriate providers

Provides new clients with an information about Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation Services and activities.

Coordinates Program client referrals to/from local programs and designated state vocational rehabilitation programs, including documenting requests for services.

Coordinates with participant and appropriate Partners on Development of IEP and targeted timeframes to reach goals.

Responsible for data input and case management information into a secured system for to entering and updating client information a safe, secure, and confidential manner.

Maintains strict confidentiality following Rehabilitation Service Administration guidelines.

Advocates for clients in the community and also responsible for determining eligibility for service and conducting comprehensive assessments of client needs.

Schedules clients for follow-up activities with appropriate program staff

Monitors progress of the Vocational Rehabilitation program, by establishing and using guidelines to measure program/service outcomes and ensures comparable benefits are being utilized and documented on IPE.

Attends Training related to Vocational Rehabilitation and administration of TVRS Programs.

Project Manager:

Responsible for management of the overall Vocational Rehabilitation Program, including finances, budget reporting, evaluations, contact and networking.

Submits all reports to the U.S. Department of Education, Tribal Education Director and the Chief Executive Officer in a timely manner.

To build linkages with the appropriate tribal programs, local organizations and State Designated Units that provide VR services, education, work assistance, work experience, and cultural enrichment programs to meet the employment and educational needs of clients.

Implement a TVRS Advisory Committee made up of representatives from our network of partners. Ensure TVRS Committee will include at least two individuals with a disability

Serves as a representative of the Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program, and regularly attends local and national workshops, conferences, and work groups to ensure Tribal representation, on multiple levels concerning vocational rehabilitation services.

Implements a set of comprehensive tracking processes to monitor Vocation Rehabilitation Grant performance.

Maintains Program files and records relating to program administration and grant compliance.

Follows federal regulations concerning program acquisitions, inventory and property management.

Monitors monthly financial expenditures, which include taking corrective action for over/under expenditure.

Duties listed are only an illustration of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

Prefer a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Services, counseling or field related to vocational rehabilitation or a minimum of two years’ experience in the supervision of a Social Services, Human Services or preferably in-service provision to program consumers with disabilities. OR Meet Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in Human Services field and 3 years administrative or intensive case management, working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

Must be competent in Tribal, State and Federal regulations and law as they apply to American Disabilities Act (ADA) and Vocational Rehabilitation Services.

Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, through concise reports, memoranda, directives, emails and letters.

Must have the ability and interest to greet the public and handle difficult situations on and off the phone in a professional and courteous manner. Including the ability to work with angry or disgruntled clients in a cooperative and effective manner.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

Demonstrated proficiency in grant and program administration, budget management, financial projections, as well as experience in other procurement of funds.

Must have communication skills, both oral and written, to interact with staff, clients, officials, funding agencies, medical staff, and other individuals regarding program and client matters.

Must be committed to enhancing indigenous employment and/or education through formal and informal means

Must have experience and/or training in vocational assessment and willingness to stay abreast of VR changes and updates of requirements.

Be computer literate and able to operate software for letter processing and spreadsheets.

Familiarity with Winnebago culture, Winnebago reservation and community resources is desirable and a willingness to learn is required.

Must be of good moral character. Will be required to pass Federal background checks and submit to pre-employment drug testing.

Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain valid insurance, and be insurable under the Tribe's insurance policy.

Proven ability to work well with Indian families, and must have positive interaction skills.

Must have the ability to organize and maintain clear and concise records.

Training Requirements:

Must engage in an employee development plan as it relates to position.

Physical Requirements:

Medium office work which includes the ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.

While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.

Ability to drive company owned vehicle or personal vehicle.

Mental Requirements:

Reading, writing, calculating

Above average social interaction skills

Reasoning/Analysis

Language Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.

Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

Certificates, Licenses & registrations:

All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit an application at www.winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.

If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.

Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.

As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.