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Maria Jaeger

Lafayette

Summary

Highly motivated with the ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual circumstances. Possesses strong problem-solving and strategic thinking. Committed to helping individuals and families by drawing from tool box of known community resources. Interested in understanding the whole individual, and what their story is.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

BDS Medicaid Waiver Case Manager

Inspire Case Management, LLC
11.2021 - Current



  • Collaborated with waiver providers to ensure individuals are receiving services that are inclusive and person focused.
  • Utilized Life Course Tools as during Vision of Good Life Discussions.
  • Persistently managed over 30 waiver participants keeping in mind safety, screening for ANE, and keeping deadlines.
  • Assist individuals, families and teams understand Person Centered Planning Process (PCISP).


BDS Medicaid Waiver Case Manager

Integrated Supports Case Management, LLC
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Increased referral rates by building meaningful relationships with guardians and caregivers.
  • Identified care needs of individuals and coordinated follow ups based on team discussions.
  • Educated Individuals about different waiver services options to reduce familial burden.
  • Effectively transitioned waiver participants during contract adjustments to Inspire case management.

Medicaid Waiver Case Manager

Indiana Professional Management Group (IPMG)
11.2018 - 06.2021
  • Connected Family Support (FSW) and Community Integration Habilitation (CIH) participants to Medicaid waiver approved providers of choice. Able to effectively manage 41 individuals.
  • Modified Annual Planning documents in conjunction with individuals, guardians, and other members of interdisciplinary Support Team (IST).
  • Monitored Person-Centered Planning process via quarterly team meetings. Utilize the Life Course Framework when applicable. Regularly file Incident Reports and follow up documentation.

Lead Broker

Passadore Properties
02.2012 - 06.2015
  • Guided rental applicants through screening processes, maintained ongoing contact regarding tenant rights via email and phone. Drafted and edited marketing ads on behalf of owner investment properties.


  • Advised clients on mortgage and housing conditions within PDX to identify successful

Home Based Family Specialist

Bauer Family Resources
07.2010 - 12.2011
  • Developed treatment and casework goals with families involved with Department of Child Services (DCS). Testified under oath in court regarding case outcome and custody decisions.
  • Ensured case files stayed accurate and up to date via Outlook, electronic filing, and person to person interviews.
  • Maintained weekly contact with clients regarding case progression.

Valley Oaks Outpatient Case Manager

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT Team)
08.2007 - 12.2010
  • Provided crisis intervention during after hour phone calls.
  • Connected to substance abuse support by coordinating and maintaining medical appointments for those on case load.
  • Attended all legal, medical and entitlement appointments to for added case manager support.
  • Served as rep. payee and monitored medication management with 7-10 individuals on caseload.
  • Drafted written updates to Tippecanoe co. judges on behalf of clients and their families. Drafted treatments plans according to tailored level of care.

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) - School Social Work

Indiana University
Indianapolis, IN
01-2026

No Degree - Community Organization-Ongoing Education

Portland State University
Portland, OR
2013

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts & Communication

Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
08-2007

Skills

  • Planning and Coordination
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Intake Coordination for Waiver Services
  • Family Collaboration
  • HIPAA Regulations
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Timeline

BDS Medicaid Waiver Case Manager

Inspire Case Management, LLC
11.2021 - Current

BDS Medicaid Waiver Case Manager

Integrated Supports Case Management, LLC
06.2021 - 11.2021

Medicaid Waiver Case Manager

Indiana Professional Management Group (IPMG)
11.2018 - 06.2021

Lead Broker

Passadore Properties
02.2012 - 06.2015

Home Based Family Specialist

Bauer Family Resources
07.2010 - 12.2011

Valley Oaks Outpatient Case Manager

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT Team)
08.2007 - 12.2010

Master of Social Work (MSW) - School Social Work

Indiana University

No Degree - Community Organization-Ongoing Education

Portland State University

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts & Communication

Indiana University
Maria Jaeger