Analyze information from interviews, educational and medical records, consultation with other professionals, and diagnostic evaluations to assess clients' abilities, needs, and eligibility for services.
Collaborate with community agencies to establish facilities and programs for persons with disabilities.
Collaborate with clients' families to implement rehabilitation plans, such as behavioral, residential, social, or employment goals.
Confer with clients to discuss their options and goals so that rehabilitation programs and plans for accessing needed services can be developed.
Develop and maintain relationships with community referral sources, such as schools or community groups.
Manage budgets and direct case service allocations, authorizing expenditures and payments.
Prepare and maintain records and case files, including documentation, such as clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided, narratives of client contacts, or relevant correspondence.
Arrange physical or mental health services for clients.
Confer with family members to discuss client treatment plans or progress.
