Michael Mclain
About Michael Mclain
Michael Mclain serves as a Case Manager at Northwest Indiana Community Action Corporation, where he has worked since 2014. He coordinates care for over 100 individuals, primarily focusing on aged and disabled populations in Lake County, Indiana.
Work at Northwest Indiana Community Action
Michael Mclain has served as a Case Manager at Northwest Indiana Community Action Corporation since 2014. In this role, he coordinates care for over 100 individuals, primarily focusing on aged and disabled populations in Lake County, Indiana. His responsibilities include managing funding from various sources such as CHOICE, SSBG, Title 3, Medicaid Aged and Disabled Waiver, and Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver. Michael's work emphasizes the importance of individualized care and resource allocation to support vulnerable populations.
Education and Expertise
Michael Mclain holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Indiana University Northwest, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He also completed an Associate of Arts in Clinical Psychology at Purdue University Northwest from 1997 to 2000. Additionally, he studied at Kaplan University from 2009 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in case management and care coordination.
Background
Michael Mclain has over a decade of experience in implementing treatment strategies and developing care plans for patients with diverse medical, psychological, and developmental conditions. His extensive background in sociology and psychology informs his approach to case management, allowing him to effectively address the needs of individuals in his care.
Achievements in Care Coordination
In his role as a Case Manager, Michael Mclain develops cost comparison budgets to evaluate in-home versus institutional care placements. This analysis is crucial for ensuring that individuals receive the most appropriate and cost-effective care options. His ability to manage multiple funding sources and coordinate care for a significant number of clients highlights his expertise in the field.