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Job description
Case Manager
Brunswick County is currently accepting applications for a Case Manager to join our Emergency Medical Services team and support Community Paramedic Services. At Brunswick County we're committed to providing highly responsive, effective, and efficient emergency medical and planning services for citizens and visitors across Brunswick County and surrounding areas. The Community Paramedic Services Case Manager plays a vital role in ensuring we're able to positively impact the health, safety, and welfare of County residents during times of crisis, natural disasters, and other emergencies. The Case Manager will provide case management support to individuals participating in the Community Paramedic program. The focus of this work will be to connect clients with resources and services to assist them to remain in their homes and address physical and mental health needs, including substance use. The Case Manager works in collaboration with other team members and the community to assess and link individuals to programs and services. Responsibilities include:
facilitating the needs and care options for community paramedic patients.
serving as a liaison between community paramedics and providers.
monitoring patient progress.
identifying and linking patients to services.
advocating for and educating individuals and family members.
assisting with the Access and Functional Needs Program, including planning, developing, implementing, and managing countywide program activities before, during, and after disasters to integrate a whole community inclusion approach.
Work will require the ability to work independently and successfully balance time spent supporting clients and meeting the documentation requirements of the position. If you are a collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who has strong attention to detail and can use independent judgement and take initiative to get a job done, we'd love to hear from you! This position reports directly to the Community Paramedic Services Program Supervisor.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution; OR bachelor's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and one (1) year of directly related experience; OR bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years directly related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Valid NC or SC Driver License required.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite to include Word and Excel.
Physical Requirements Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines including computers, calculators, copiers, facsimile machines, etc. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for periods of time.
Additional Information
Brunswick County provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by the law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us to discuss your needs. Brunswick County is required by law to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired. Brunswick County participates in E-Verify to determine employment eligibility to work in the United States. All positions with Brunswick County require a valid driver's license and candidates must be current on Brunswick County taxes. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. For positions requiring work with children, selected candidates will be required to submit fingerprints to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI) for a pre-employment criminal history record check in accordance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b).
Benefits
Brunswick County employees are the county's most valuable asset. Therefore, it is the county's desire to offer a very rich and generous menu of fringe benefits. You can visit to see more detailed information on benefits. Brunswick County offers the following benefits:
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Petty Leave
Paid Holidays
Longevity Pay
Health Insurance
401 (k) Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Term Life Coverage
Long Term Disability
Short Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Vision Insurance
Universal Life Insurance
Critical Illness
Tuition Assistance
Worksite address
remote, NC, 28422, US
Who can apply
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