Case Manager
Connect people with the help they need. Also known as Case Consultant, Case Investigator, Case Reviewer, Employment Case Manager See More
They say it takes a village to raise a child. Well, it also takes a village to help find a job, buy a house, or locate the proper medical care. Today’s “village” is made up of government programs, businesses, individuals, and nonprofit organizations. As a Case Manager, you make the connection between these resources and the people who need them.
Case Managers work in a variety of locales. You might work in immigration, helping to smooth the immigration process, or manage cases in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center. Many Case Managers work in the health industry, connecting disabled, mentally ill, or chronically ill patients with Doctors, Therapists, and financial aid.
You might also work as a Vocational Case Manager, helping people find training, schools, and financial aid for career changes. Or you might specialize in one group of people, such as those with disabilities, children, or seniors.
Your first order of business as a Case Manager is to evaluate the needs of the client. Do they need mental health or alcohol treatment? Medical care? A job? Perhaps they need housing, hospice care, or medical insurance.
Mostly, what they need is a plan, and you provide it. You help them complete applications and set up appointments. With a plan and some optimism, you send them out the door, but follow up on a regular basis to provide further assistance where you can.
Personality Traits
Trustworthy: You are known for your personal integrity and honesty.
Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.
Helpful: You always keep an eye out for what other people need.
Salary and Education
Nationally: $29,000 – $77,000
Main education level: Master's
source: US Dept of Labor
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