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Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD), Department of Psychology, College of Arts & Sciences, has an open Case Manager position to work with adolescents and adults with autism and related disabilities. Excellent interpersonal communication skills, compassion, time management, organization and problem solving skills are a must. Expected to have good public speaking skills, and a dynamic presentation style.

The Case Manager coordinates the overall interdisciplinary plan of care for patients, from admission to discharge. The Case Manager provides ongoing support and expertise through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient’s needs. The incumbent acts as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare personnel to ensure necessary care is provided promptly and effectively.

Department Specific Responsibilities:

25% - provides direct individual family assistance to eligible transition age CARD constituents. Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in analyzing, interpreting, and determining a proper course of action and treatment plan that best serves client needs. Works closely with the client/family, demonstrating good judgment and discretion to ensure fidelity of implementation of the treatment plan. Works closely with client/family to re-calibrate treatment course if necessary.

20% independently plans and facilitates a Self-Determination group for middle and high school students with autism. Develop and implement session activities that equip students with essential skills to advocate for their needs, set and achieve goals, and actively participate in their education. Incorporates strategies for emotional regulation and coping to support students in building confidence and independence.

15% - develops and facilitates cross-training for staff providing individualized family assistance to eligible transition age CARD constituents. Creates materials to guide staff in assessing and evaluating transition documentation.

15% - partners with Project 10 Regional Transition Representative to plan, organize, and facilitate quarterly transition workshops aimed at supporting students and families in navigating transition. This role involves developing and distributing comprehensive workshop materials that clearly outline the presentation’s key topics and concepts while ensuring all content aligns with current policies and available resources in transition planning.

10% - collaborates with local middle and high schools to identify opportunities to attend transition nights and offers on-site training for families of transition age students.

5% - independently writes and maintains case reports, electronic client records, and other professional correspondence in accordance with applicable standards and regulations, and maintains a high level of ethical conduct regarding client confidentiality.

5% - participates in case conferences, staff meetings and quarterly regional full staff meetings. Exchanges pertinent information with supervisor and receives supervision as needed.

2% - maintains a network of appropriate referrals related to the needs of transition age clients, and independently makes appropriate referrals for clients and families as part of the regular duties.

2% - maintains contact data, case notes, training summaries and evaluations, and other records in accordance with statewide CARD uniform reporting guidelines.

1% - other duties as assigned

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:Bachelor’s degree in special education, psychology, behavior analysis, social work or related field.Experience:Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

+ Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

+ Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

+ Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A8