Care Assessment & Planning Specialist

Connecticut-Community-Care; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Community Care seeks a qualified Assessment Care Manager to support clients in deciding about Long-Term Services and Supports. You will perform person-centered assessments, coordinate with caregivers, and help develop individualized care plans.

The role emphasizes advocacy, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and timely documentation in public program processes. Ideal candidate has at least two years in health care or human services, a bachelor’s degree, and strong

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in health care or human services.
• Bachelor’s degree in administration, social work, public health, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, person-centered assessments in various settings.
• Educate clients on program components, options, costs, and eligibility.
• Complete client documentation, applications, and forms.
• Monitor care plans, renewals, and service orders with providers.
• Conduct interviews with clients and families for reassessment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and participate in on-call coverage.
• Mentor new staff and participate in continuing education.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Assessment experience

Advocacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in administration, social work, public health, or related field

Job description

Connecticut Community Care seeks a qualified Assessment Care Manager to support clients in deciding about Long-Term Services and Supports. You will perform person-centered assessments, coordinate with caregivers, and help develop individualized care plans.

The role emphasizes advocacy, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and timely documentation in public program processes. Ideal candidate has at least two years in health care or human services, a bachelor’s degree, and strong