RPCGB has the following positions open:
Case Manager - Medicaid Waiver
Description:
The Medicaid Waiver Case Manager assists individuals in gaining access to appropriate, needed, and desired waiver and other State Plan services, as well as needed medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services. The position serves to provide necessary coordination with direct service providers (DSP) of non-medical, non-waiver services when the services provided by these entities are needed to enable the client to function at the highest attainable level or to benefit from programs for which clients might be eligible. The Case Manager reports to the Medicaid Waiver Supervisor.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
General Duties:
Prepares personal work plan to meet departmental objectives and expectations; schedules office and field activities to include data collection, research, and meetings.
Assists Program Supervisor as needed.
Communicates with client, caregivers, service providers, and physicians on a regular basis.
Completes and submits required paperwork in a timely manner. Must meet deadlines.
Responsible for maintaining orderly, confidential files.
Conducts verification of monthly service billing and eligibility.
Attends and participates in monthly staff meetings.
Communicates with Assistant Supervisor and Program Supervisor on a regular basis to ensure caseload work is being met.
Prepares and submits daily activity log.
Case Management Duties:
Maintains a caseload of 35-40 clients each month.
Executes ongoing monitoring of the provision of waiver and non-waiver services including the individual’s Plan of Care.
Conducts intake and screening of clients.
Authorizes initial waiver services and determines continued eligibility.
Determines level of care.
Determines choice of institution or community care.
Develops plan of care based on individual needs.
Coordinates, monitors, changes, re-determines, level of services.
Authorizes termination of services or case transfer/termination.
Makes monthly visit to client to ensure level of care is being upheld. Responsible for other required home visits when needed.
Responsible for in depth record keeping including documenting monthly visits and keeping daily logs.
Maintains regular contact with clients and advocates for their rights within scope of services.
Facilitates crisis intervention.
Provides guidance and support for clients, client’s families, and staff.
Competencies:
Active listening skills.
Ability to communicate in a collaborative, effective manner with others and to maintain good working relationships.
Ability to comprehend basic medical terminology.
Possess knowledge of Medicaid Waiver programs and service providers.
Flexibility. Workload may include working before or after normal business hours.
Communication Proficiency. Both written and oral.
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Project Management.
Critical thinking and deductive reasoning skills.
Ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality.
Microcomputer skills to preform word processing and spreadsheet analysis, use databases and software, use e-mail, and access the internet.
Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Ability to interpret and communicate complex rules and regulations.
Excellent organization skills.
Ability to work towards objectives with little supervision.
Strong time management skills. Ability to meet deadlines.
Problem solving skills.
Attention to detail.
Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in human services related field (preferably in social work) and at least 2 years of professional experience in the human services field. Knowledge of Medicaid programs and experience working with elderly and disabled people preferred.
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Master’s Degree in Social Work.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.
To apply please send resume to hr@rpcgb.org
Executive Director
July 1, 2026
Description:
The Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, administration, coordination, and implementation of all Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham (RPCGB) programs. This position reports to the RPCGB Board of Directors and is responsible for directing all Commission activities and the general administration of all established Commission rules, regulations, and policies. Work involves the responsibility for planning, coordinating, assigning, administering, and oversight of the entire spectrum of activities of all departments and division heads, professional, technical, and clerical staff engaged in the Commission's work program and projects and in the overall operation of the agency. The Executive Director is directly responsible for the development of future projects and/or programs that are necessary to the future of the RPCGB, the region, and member governments. The Executive Director assures all aspects of the RPCGB are functioning as effectively and efficiently as possible in line with the Board of Directors’ strategic plan.
Experience:
Graduate Degree or higher in Business/ Public Administration, Urban Planning or related field. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in professional planning, public administration, or program management activities, including at least five years of progressively responsible management, administrative and supervisory experience. Prefer part of the professional experience to be with a Regional Planning and Development Commission, Development District, Area Agency on Aging, Council of Governments, or equivalent Regional Planning Agency.
To learn more about this exceptional leadership opportunity or to express your confidential interest, please contact:
Paige Coker
Executive Search Director
Human Resource Management, Inc.
Email: Paige@HRMasap.com
Phone: 205.977.3908
All inquiries and expressions of interest will be handled with the utmost professionalism and confidentiality.
Application Period
The recruitment for this position will remain open from July 1, 2026, through July 31, 2026. Confidential inquiries, nominations, expressions of interest, and application materials will be accepted throughout the posting period.