Salary : $78,001.00 - $109,112.00 Annually
Location : Willmar, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:Department: Health and Human Services
Opening Date: 11/06/2026
Closing Date: 11/15/2026 4:30 PM Central
Description The hiring range for this position is $78,001 - $87,236. The full range for this position is $78,001 - $109,112.
The HCBS Waiver Case Manager plays a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities, complex medical needs, brain injuries, and other long-term support needs by coordinating Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) through the Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI), Community Alternative Care (CAC), Brain Injury (BI), and Developmental Disabilities (DD) waiver programs. This position is responsible for assessing and reassessing client needs, authorizing and monitoring services, developing person-centered support plans, and coordinating resources that promote health, safety, independence, and quality of life. The HCBS Waiver Case Manager collaborates closely with individuals, families, providers, healthcare professionals, and community agencies to ensure effective service delivery and compliance with federal and state waiver requirements. Strong communication, assessment, problem-solving, and organizational skills are essential, along with a commitment to person-centered and strengths-based practice.
Job Duties - Provide case management services to individuals receiving CAC, CADI, BI, and DD waiver services to support health, safety, stability, and community integration.
- Conduct initial assessments, reassessments, monitoring visits, and service reviews to identify strengths, needs, risks, and support requirements.
- Complete MNChoice assessments and other required evaluations in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized person-centered support plans based on each individual's goals, preferences, strengths, and assessed needs.
- Authorize waiver services and supports consistent with assessed needs, available resources, and program requirements.
- Coordinate services with providers, families, guardians, healthcare professionals, schools, vocational programs, and community agencies.
- Monitor service delivery to ensure services are provided appropriately, effectively, and in accordance with approved support plans.
- Identify health and safety concerns and take appropriate action to address risks and ensure client well-being.
- Assist individuals and families in accessing community resources, benefits, housing supports, employment services, healthcare services, and other needed supports.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within SSIS, MMIS, MNChoice, and other required electronic systems.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state waiver regulations, vulnerable adult reporting requirements, mandated reporting laws, and agency policies.
- Respond to changing client circumstances and adjust support plans and services as needed.
- Advocate for individuals to ensure access to appropriate services and supports that promote independence and self-determination.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with service providers to coordinate care and achieve desired outcomes.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Nursing, Public Health, Human Services, or a closely related field required.
- Certified Public Health Nurse (PHN), Registered Nurse (RN), or Social Worker preferred.
- Two (2) years of related experience preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience with Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs preferred but not required.
- MNChoice Certification may be required based on agency needs.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
- Must pass a criminal background check and meet DHS requirements for working with vulnerable populations.
Supplemental Information Knowledge:- Principles and practices of case management, person-centered planning, and service coordination.
- Federal and state waiver regulations and reporting requirements.
- Community, institutional, and long-term care services and supports.
- Human behavior; group and family dynamics.
- VA Law and Child Protection Reporting Requirements.
- Confidentiality laws and documentation standards.
Skills:- Communicating effectively with clients, families, providers, and coworkers.
- Conducting assessments, completing MNChoice assessments, and developing individualized support plans.
- Organizing and managing multiple cases and competing priorities.
- Using SSIS, MMIS, MNChoice platforms, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Pro.
- Preparing clear, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Applying client-centered practices with individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and aging-related needs.
Physical Requirements:- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods for interviews, assessments, and documentation.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials or files up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to travel for client visits, provider meetings, and training.
- Work may involve exposure to stressful or emotionally challenging situations.
- Must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Kandiyohi County offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health, dental, vision, PERA retirement, 457(b) deferred compensation plan, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick/ESST leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in Social Work or a closely related human services field?
02
Please indicate your professional license or certification status.
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW, LGSW, LISW, LICSW)
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Certified Public Health Nurse (PHN)
- Other related license or certification
- None
03
How many years of experience do you have providing case management or related services?
- 5+ years
- 3-5 years
- 1-3 years
- Less than 1 year
- No experience
04
Do you have experience working with any of the following waiver programs: CAC, CADI, BI, or DD?
- Yes - 5+ years
- Yes - 3-5 years
- Yes - 1-3 years
- Yes - Less than 1 year
- No
05
Do you have experience completing assessments such as MNChoice, functional assessments, or risk evaluations?
- Yes - MNChoice certified
- Yes - experience completing assessments but not MNChoice certified
- Limited experience
- No experience
06
How familiar are you with federal and state waiver regulations, including mandated reporting requirements?
- Very familiar - I work with these regulations regularly
- Moderately familiar - I have worked with them occasionally
- Somewhat familiar - General understanding
- Not familiar
07
Do you have experience coordinating services with clients, families, medical providers, community agencies, or long-term care providers?
- Yes - 5+ years
- Yes - 3-5 years
- Yes - 1-3 years
- Yes - Less than 1 year
- No
08
How many years of experience do you have using SSIS, MMIS, or other electronic client documentation systems?
- 5+ years
- 3-5 years
- 1-3 years
- Less than 1 year
- No experience
09
Are you able to travel for client visits, provider meetings, and trainings as required by the position?
10
If you answered "Yes" to being a Veteran, please indicate whether you would like to claim Veteran's Preference Points:
- Yes - I am a qualified veteran who served during a qualifying wartime period.
- Yes - I am a disabled veteran with a 10% or higher disability rating.
- Yes - I am the spouse of a deceased veteran or the spouse of a disabled veteran who is unable to work due to their disability.
- No - I do not wish to claim Veteran's Preference Points.
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If you selected "Yes" to the question above, please upload a copy of your DD214 as an attachment to this application. By initialing below, you confirm that you have uploaded this document.
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