Disability Case Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Disability Case Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in social work, rehabilitation counseling, or a related field. Employers in healthcare systems, insurance, and nonprofits file LCAs regularly for this occupation, making it a viable target for international candidates with the right credentials.
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Frontier Community Services is dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities by providing flexible, therapeutic, and innovative support services. We believe in fostering individual choice and dignity while promoting well-being through meaningful relationships and tailored services.
Summary
This non-exempt supervisory position, in cooperation with the Connections Advocate Coordinator is responsible for ensuring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are provided support which promotes dignity and respect; is directed with strengths and needs in mind; and creates opportunities for growth. The Connections Advocate will be trained with the clients they supervise and may cover shifts or work events anytime within a 24/7 spectrum. The position facilitates community inclusion through group/individual social activities and select case management for people that receive waiver services in a community setting. This includes identifying desired activities, transport to events/activities, providing social coaching specific to the individual’s social goals, and documenting billable services. This position is also responsible for ensuring that policies, procedures, and practices comply with applicable state and federal law and are aligned with Frontier’s commitment to person-directed services.
Responsibilities
- Supervise DSPs assigned to caseload, including coordinating interviews and conducting performance appraisals
- Provide weekly reflective supervision in the initial 90-day probationary period; quarterly thereafter
- Provide ongoing supervision, coaching, and mentoring to DSPs to support quality service delivery; develop performance improvement plans as needed
- Conduct disciplinary processes in collaboration with HR and Senior Management
- Ensure DSPs have required orientation and training (individual-specific, Global Hazard Systems, Safety Data Sheets)
- Lead quarterly meetings for supervised staff (community and group home DSPs)
- Participate in hiring events with HR and management
- Participate in committee activities, community events, and agency communication
- Problem-solve for shift coverage with Connections and Learning/Scheduling Department
- Provide coverage for client shifts (evenings, weekends, holidays)
- Respond to DSPs after hours, weekends, and holidays on on-call rotation
- Send schedule updates to Schedule Change
- Create and implement ongoing DSP schedules
- Schedule and complete 10+ hours of ongoing service hours with clients
- Provide case management assistance reflecting individuals’ choices and preferences (e.g., access to medical, education, vocational services, important documents)
- Schedule, plan, and provide services as outlined in care plans and bill for services
- Check recruitment needs regularly; if needs are not up to date, forward information to the appropriate person
- Conduct home visits to assess case management and service needs
- Assist clients in identifying, accessing, and coordinating services outside FCS Waiver program, monitor services provided, and follow up with providers
- Complete annual assessments per state, grant, and COA requirements
- Conduct meet-and-greets for new hires related to caseload
- Ensure documentation of noteworthy events and activities in accordance with agency policy
- Convene and facilitate person-centered planning meetings
- Develop and update service goals and objectives in AlayaCare
- Monitor health and safety of clients; complete and submit reports (Critical Incident Reports, APS/CPS reports, etc.)
- Facilitate socialization within community and statewide through waiver day habilitation services
- Implement scheduled activities, provide transportation, and supervise social, educational, and recreational activities
- Encourage individuals to develop skills and participate in activities that enhance community living, interpersonal skills, and social relationships
- Monitor clients’ physical and emotional well-being; report concerns to care team
- Participate in treatment team development of treatment goals, behavior support, and crisis/safety plans
- Write day habilitation notes and complete required documentation (service notes, medication logs, client files)
- Assist with personal care needs and medication administration as required
- Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with agency policy
- Notify social media coordinator weekly of activities for agency posting
- Participate in evening, weekend, holiday, and multi-day activities as needed
- Collaborate with care teams to ensure seamless provision of services
- Maintain and reconcile receipts for activities and transportation
Call-To-Action: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we invite you to apply today and join us in creating a supportive community where everyone can thrive!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.34 - $25.58 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Company Overview
Frontier Community Services is dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities by providing flexible, therapeutic, and innovative support services. We believe in fostering individual choice and dignity while promoting well-being through meaningful relationships and tailored services.
Summary
This non-exempt supervisory position, in cooperation with the Connections Advocate Coordinator is responsible for ensuring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are provided support which promotes dignity and respect; is directed with strengths and needs in mind; and creates opportunities for growth. The Connections Advocate will be trained with the clients they supervise and may cover shifts or work events anytime within a 24/7 spectrum. The position facilitates community inclusion through group/individual social activities and select case management for people that receive waiver services in a community setting. This includes identifying desired activities, transport to events/activities, providing social coaching specific to the individual’s social goals, and documenting billable services. This position is also responsible for ensuring that policies, procedures, and practices comply with applicable state and federal law and are aligned with Frontier’s commitment to person-directed services.
Responsibilities
- Supervise DSPs assigned to caseload, including coordinating interviews and conducting performance appraisals
- Provide weekly reflective supervision in the initial 90-day probationary period; quarterly thereafter
- Provide ongoing supervision, coaching, and mentoring to DSPs to support quality service delivery; develop performance improvement plans as needed
- Conduct disciplinary processes in collaboration with HR and Senior Management
- Ensure DSPs have required orientation and training (individual-specific, Global Hazard Systems, Safety Data Sheets)
- Lead quarterly meetings for supervised staff (community and group home DSPs)
- Participate in hiring events with HR and management
- Participate in committee activities, community events, and agency communication
- Problem-solve for shift coverage with Connections and Learning/Scheduling Department
- Provide coverage for client shifts (evenings, weekends, holidays)
- Respond to DSPs after hours, weekends, and holidays on on-call rotation
- Send schedule updates to Schedule Change
- Create and implement ongoing DSP schedules
- Schedule and complete 10+ hours of ongoing service hours with clients
- Provide case management assistance reflecting individuals’ choices and preferences (e.g., access to medical, education, vocational services, important documents)
- Schedule, plan, and provide services as outlined in care plans and bill for services
- Check recruitment needs regularly; if needs are not up to date, forward information to the appropriate person
- Conduct home visits to assess case management and service needs
- Assist clients in identifying, accessing, and coordinating services outside FCS Waiver program, monitor services provided, and follow up with providers
- Complete annual assessments per state, grant, and COA requirements
- Conduct meet-and-greets for new hires related to caseload
- Ensure documentation of noteworthy events and activities in accordance with agency policy
- Convene and facilitate person-centered planning meetings
- Develop and update service goals and objectives in AlayaCare
- Monitor health and safety of clients; complete and submit reports (Critical Incident Reports, APS/CPS reports, etc.)
- Facilitate socialization within community and statewide through waiver day habilitation services
- Implement scheduled activities, provide transportation, and supervise social, educational, and recreational activities
- Encourage individuals to develop skills and participate in activities that enhance community living, interpersonal skills, and social relationships
- Monitor clients’ physical and emotional well-being; report concerns to care team
- Participate in treatment team development of treatment goals, behavior support, and crisis/safety plans
- Write day habilitation notes and complete required documentation (service notes, medication logs, client files)
- Assist with personal care needs and medication administration as required
- Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with agency policy
- Notify social media coordinator weekly of activities for agency posting
- Participate in evening, weekend, holiday, and multi-day activities as needed
- Collaborate with care teams to ensure seamless provision of services
- Maintain and reconcile receipts for activities and transportation
Call-To-Action: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we invite you to apply today and join us in creating a supportive community where everyone can thrive!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.34 - $25.58 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Disability Case Manager
Match your degree to the role
Disability Case Manager positions must qualify as a specialty occupation under H-1B rules. A degree in social work, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, or nursing directly maps to the role and strengthens your petition against USCIS scrutiny.
Verify your credentials meet state licensing requirements
Many employers require a Certified Case Manager credential or state-specific licensure before filing an LCA. Confirm your foreign credentials are recognized through an equivalency evaluation before you apply, so the employer isn't caught off guard mid-offer.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Large hospital systems, workers' compensation insurers, and managed care organizations file LCAs for Case Manager roles consistently. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified sponsorship history for this occupation before you apply.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer must pay the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage tier for your city before negotiating, so you know the floor the employer must meet under the LCA.
Anticipate the LCA documentation burden on employers
Employers must post the LCA at your worksite and maintain a public access file. For case managers who rotate across multiple client sites, the employer must list all worksites on the LCA or file amendments, which some smaller employers aren't prepared to manage.
Plan your status timeline around the H-1B cap
H-1B petitions are subject to an annual cap and lottery, with rules that have changed recently. If you're on OPT or STEM OPT when you receive an offer, confirm your work authorization end date aligns with the cap-gap rules so your employment isn't interrupted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Disability Case Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. If the job description requires a specific bachelor's degree in social work, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, or nursing as a minimum entry requirement, it qualifies as a specialty occupation. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are more likely to face a USCIS Request for Evidence, so the job posting language matters significantly.
Which visa types are realistic for Disability Case Manager candidates?
H-1B is the most common path for degree-holding case managers. TN visa is an option for Canadian or Mexican nationals if the role maps to a qualifying USMCA profession such as social worker. J-1 visa may work for trainee or intern placements with a designated sponsor organization. F-1 OPT and STEM OPT cover early-career candidates while they pursue H-1B sponsorship through the annual cap process.
Do employers in this field commonly sponsor visas?
Yes, but it's concentrated in specific sectors. Large hospital networks, insurance carriers managing long-term disability claims, and government contractors sponsor more consistently than small nonprofits or private practices. Use Migrate Mate to browse Disability Case Manager roles from employers with verified LCA sponsorship history, which removes the guesswork from your job search.
Does a foreign social work or counseling degree qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
A foreign degree qualifies if it's evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in a directly related field. You'll need a credential evaluation from a recognized organization before the employer files the LCA. Some employers also require state licensure, which may carry its own requirements for foreign-trained applicants depending on the state where you'll work.
Can a Disability Case Manager role qualify for a green card through PERM?
Yes, EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship is possible if the employer is willing to file a PERM labor certification. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree. EB-3 covers skilled worker positions requiring at least two years of experience. The employer must demonstrate through the PERM process that no qualified U.S. worker was available, which involves a formal recruitment effort documented with DOL.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Disability Case Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.