Career Case Manager - Marathon/Portage County

<strong>We&rsquo;re looking for passionate and talented people for all of our positions. There are many opportunities available with Aurora for people who&nbsp;are looking to make a difference in the life of a person with a disability.</strong>

Schofield, WI

Aurora Community Services

<strong>We are a passionate and diverse human service agency committed to helping individuals live fuller, richer lives while helping businesses to thrive and flourish. Discover more about our creative and cutting-edge solutions for you, your family, or your organization.</strong><br /><br /><strong>​It is our mission is to support people in creating their "New Beginning."</strong><br /><br /><strong>Aurora Community Services was &ldquo;born&rdquo; on April 18, 1986, in Menomonie, Wisconsin. On this day, Dave Barnard and Jim Neuman - the two founders of Aurora Community Services - stood in the rain at an auction, waiting to bid on two beds for the new residential home they were opening in the community.</strong> https://www.auroraservices.com/home

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Full-Time

$40,000 plus based on experience

Overview: <p><strong>Your New Beginning Starts Here!</strong></p> <p><strong>Employee-Owned, Mission-Driven</strong></p> <p>Celebrating 40 years!&nbsp;</p> <p>We&rsquo;re more than a human services agency&mdash;we&rsquo;re partners in transformation, walking alongside you on the journey to a fuller, richer life.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Our employment program requires a dedicated staff that is committed to supporting and training consumers with mental health and AODA challenges to successfully work in their community, and achieve their independent-living goals.<br /><br /></p> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Option to get paid before payday</li> <li>Opportunities for advancement in a growing, hire-from-within company</li> <li>Employee discount - Verizon and Dell&nbsp;</li> <li>Health Insurance</li> <li>Life Insurance</li> <li>Dental Insurance</li> <li>Vacation/Personal Hours</li> <li>Employee Stock Ownership</li> <li>401-K</li> <li>Employee Achievement Program</li> <li>Longevity Bonus for Part Time or Full Time Employees&nbsp;</li> <li>Casual dress (no uniforms), fun work atmosphere</li> <li>And more</li> </ul> <p>Salary Range:&nbsp;$<span class="modified">40</span>,000 <span class="modified">plus</span>based on experience, and bonus potential up to $650/month</p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Work primarily with persons with mental health and/or substance use issues</li> <li>Conduct career profiles to gather information related to previous employment, individual skills, abilities, interests, and limitations</li> <li>Communicate with community employers to learn about and develop employment opportunities</li> <li>Analyze potential employment openings and match them with the best, qualified individuals</li> <li>Work cooperatively with various employment and behavioral health agencies, in a team environment, to plan employment outcomes</li> <li>Complete daily and monthly documentation/reports in accordance with standards</li> <li>Ensure all communication is delivered with quality and continuity of individual employment plans</li> <li>Assist individuals to complete applications, create resumes, develop interviewing skills, and perform other activities to obtain employment</li> <li>Support and train the individuals to successfully fulfill/maintain their community-based employment, as independently as possible</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Bachelors degree preferred</li> <li>Ability to build effective/professional relationships</li> <li>Highly developed oral/written communication</li> <li>Acceptable Background Character Verification</li> <li>Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrate proficiency in computer software applications such as Microsoft Word</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Submit cover letter and application with application&nbsp;</p>