Autism Complex Care Navigator

OSF HealthCare; Peoria, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking an Autism Complex Care Navigator to develop and facilitate care plans addressing ASD needs across all ages. You will guide clients through services, programs and supports, and act as a resource to the healthcare team for psychosocial and behavioral health needs.

Motivational interviewing and goal development will be used to aid client self-advocacy. The role requires a Master's in social work and active social work licensure (LSW or LCSW) with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work is required.
• LSW or LCSW licensure is required or eligible.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate care plans for individuals across age groups with ASD.
• Provide guidance and support to address barriers to care and optimize outcomes.
• Serve as an expert resource to the multidisciplinary team for psychosocial and behavioral health needs.
• Use motivational interviewing techniques to aid client self-advocacy and goal development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in social work

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career.

Expected pay for this position is $31.49 - $37.05/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Autism Complex Care Navigator is responsible for the development and facilitation of care plans designed to address the complex needs of individuals of all age groups as they navigate autism spectrum disorder (ASD) services, programs and supports. Provides recommendation based on individualized strength-based planning, guidance, and support needed to address barriers to care and optimize outcomes. Serves as an expert resource to the multidisciplinary healthcare team for the management of complex ASD patients including psychosocial and behavioral health needs along with complex transition planning. Utilizes motivational interviewing techniques/skills, coaching, and screening tools to assist with client self-advocacy and goal development.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Master's degree in social work

Experience:

2 years of experience in social work, case management, care coordination or service coordination

Licensure/ Certification:

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Other Skills/ Knowledge:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Experience working in the field of autism spectrum disorder and/or other developmental disabilities and/or intellectual disabilities

Experience working within an electronic medical record

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.