at Arrowleaf in Vienna, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Title: Case Manager - Community Health Home Office: Johnson County Office (JCO), Union County Office - Manion (UCOM), or Alexander County Office (ACO). Location is dependent on office space availability. Area of Focus: Behavioral Health Program(s): Southern Illinois Rural Healthcare Services Outreach program (SIRHSO) - SIRHSO focuses on expanding access to preventative health care services in underserved rural areas through the following four national priority areas: Heart Disease, Cancer, Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease (CLRD), and Unintentional Injury. This consortium includes local healthcare providers and community-based partners who are committed to reducing health disparities and improving access to early detection and preventive services in our rural communities. Behavioral Health - Outpatient Mental Health Programming helps individuals build life skills and well-being through behavioral health counseling, psychiatric care, and other care coordination and support services. Position Summary: The Case Manager will provide direct support to program participants, ensuring engagement with preventative services and removing barriers to accessing care. Job duties include, but are not limited to:-
Conduct initial participant intake and connect them with appropriate preventative services.
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Manage a caseload of clients, providing ongoing support and case documentation.
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Facilitate community education and outreach campaigns on program focus areas.
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Collaborate with the Registered Dietician to ensure participants have access to nutritional support.
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Monitor participant progress and address barriers to care, such as transportation or financial challenges.
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Track referrals to healthcare providers and measure outcomes for program reporting.
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Develop and maintain relationships with community partners to enhance participant support.
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Assist participants in navigating healthcare systems and accessing additional resources.
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Coordinate follow-ups with participants to ensure continuity of care and engagement in services.
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Provide feedback to the SIRHSO Assistant Director on program challenges and opportunities for improvement.
- Provide critical support services to program participants, ensuring active engagement with grant activities and working to address barriers to successful outcomes.
- Assist with community education and communication campaigns related to specific special focus areas, including heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disease, and unintentional injuries.
