Job Information
Job Order ID :
NY1496246
# of Positions :
1
Minimum Education Level :
Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required :
2 years
Salary :
$22.00 - $24.50 hourly
Duration :
Full Time Regular
Shift :
First Shift (Day)
Hours per week:
Not Specified
Job Description
Order#: NY1496246
Care Manager
Summary:
The Care Managers primary function is to work in partnership with individuals with I/DD to coordinate care and services needed to assist individuals achieve optimal health, wellness, and life goals. The Care Manager is responsible to provide Health Home core services including comprehensive care management, care coordination and health promotion, comprehensive transitional care, individual and family support, referral to community and social support services, and use of Health Information Technology to link services. Care Managers will provide all services with a person-centered approach and that aligns with NYS OPWDD Valued Outcomes.
Essential Job Functions:
Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify an individuals clinical and psychosocial needs, choices, and preferences for services
Assess and address health and safety issues as well as barriers to care and treatment including social determinants of health
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and incorporate input into comprehensive assessment and Life Plan
Develop and maintain a person-centered Life Plan that coordinates and integrates an individuals clinical and non-clinical healthcare related needs and services
Monitor and facilitate implementation of and provide updates as needed to the Life Plan
Incorporate health promotion and support opportunities for individuals to achieve and maintain optimal health and wellbeing
Coordinate and ensure access to chronic disease management
Facilitate referrals to clinical and community resources, including planning, referrals, and follow-up for transitional care
Coordinate and provide access to long-term care supports and services
Engage families and natural supports into the care coordination process
Ensure all individuals and families receive services that are culturally and linguistically appropriate
Advocate on behalf of the individual
Promote self-advocacy and the ability to self-direct
Use Health Information Technology for documentation, to link services, and facilitate communication among care coordination team
Secure all health records and other protected information with the highest regard to confidentiality and HIPAA laws and regulations
Maintain compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations, Medicaid compliance, and Agency policies and procedures
Document all services and maintain appropriate records following all established documentation procedures
Participate in opportunities for continued training and education
Perform all other duties relevant to the position as requested.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to act quickly, assess and act accordingly in crisis situations
Basic technology skills and understanding of health records
Knowledge of ethical and professional responsibilities and boundaries
Demonstrate professional work habits including dependability, time management, independence and responsibility
Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree with two years of relevant experience OR
A license as a Registered Nurse with two years of relevant experience, which can include any employment experience and is not limited to case management/service coordination duties OR
A Masters degree with one year of relevant experience.
Company Information
Name :
Prime Care Coordination LLC
Application Information
Online :