Care Coordinator for Maternal & Child Health Programs

Shelby County Government; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County Government's CHANT program seeks a care coordinator to improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, children under 21 enrolled in TennCare, and individuals with special healthcare needs.

Under grant funding, the position develops individualized care plans, connects families with health and social services, conducts screenings and home visits, and maintains accurate data in state databases and required reports.

Qualifications

• Two years of case management or care coordination experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public health, business administration, business management, social work, sociology, psychology, public health, health administration, or closely related field.
• Proof of education, training, and/or experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides care coordination services in accordance with CHANT/CSS guidelines, grant requirements, and mandates for children eligible for medical services.
• Develops and implements individualized plans of care, assists families in navigating health and social services, and supports goal setting within established care pathways.
• Connects individuals and families to appropriate health and community resources and provides follow-up to ensure continuity of care.
• Educates and empowers underserved populations, including pregnant women and families, to improve maternal and child health.
• Conducts screenings, assessments, and required home visits to identify, validate, and address client needs.
• Coordinates medical follow-up with families and providers via telephone, mail, home visits and collaboration with community partners.
• Accurately enters and maintains client data and records in State and Health Department databases and prepares required reports in compliance with state and county guidelines.
• Builds and maintains partnerships with community organizations and participates in targeted outreach, training, and public health emergency response activities.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

Skills

Case management

Care coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Shelby County Government's CHANT program seeks a care coordinator to improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, children under 21 enrolled in TennCare, and individuals with special healthcare needs.

Under grant funding, the position develops individualized care plans, connects families with health and social services, conducts screenings and home visits, and maintains accurate data in state databases and required reports.