Care Coordinator - IN - Delaware and Surrounding Counties

CareStar, Inc.; Muncie (IN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote flexibility

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision/life insurance

401(k) match

PTO and holidays

ESOP

Job summary

CareStar, Inc. in Indiana is seeking a Care Coordinator to support individuals in Delaware County and surrounding areas through the Mental Health Wraparound program.

The role involves assessing needs, developing personalized care plans, and connecting clients with essential services while working remotely with periodic field visits. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, psychology, or related field, bilingual Spanish preferred, and strong interpersonal skills to

Qualifications

• Spanish-speaking ability preferred.
• Bachelor's or Master's in social work, psychology or related field; experience acceptable in lieu of degree.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse populations and ethical professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Understands and applies program-specific case management requirements.
• Approves funds for services and develops annual cost budgets as applicable.
• Stays current with Medicare/Medicaid guidelines and related regulations (ADA, waivers).
• Leads development and implementation of the consumer’s care plan and services scope.
• Completes home visits or appropriate contacts and monitors services as required.

Skills

Spanish-speaking

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work/ Psychology or related field

Job description

Care CoordinatorIN– Delaware and Surrounding Counties

Company: CareStar, Inc.
Location:Delaware County IN (and surrounding areas)
Job Type: Full-Time | Remote with Field Visits
Industry: Healthcare / Social Services / Case Management

About the Opportunity at CareStar

Founded in 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio, CareStar, Inc. is a recognized leader in long-term care case management and population health. With a mission to Improve Communities by Improving Lives, we proudly serve individuals across Ohio through compassionate, high-quality care coordination. We are currently seeking Care Coordinator- INto join our Mental Health Wraparoundprogram. This is a meaningful opportunity for professionals who are passionate about helping others live healthier, more independent lives. As a Care Coordinator - IN, you’ll work directly with individuals to assess their needs, develop personalized care plans, and connect them with essential services and supports. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real difference in your community.

Key Responsibilities

• Understands, complies with and makes individual-centered decisions based on all required areas of specific programs that apply to case management services.

• Approves funds for utilization of available services, while meeting all qualifications and standards as specified by the program; develops annual cost budgets.

• Remains current, through continuing education and utilizes knowledge base of Medicare, Medicaid, insurance and state-administered waivers as well as the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Functions as the team leader in the development and implementation of the consumer’s care plan, including the authorization of the amount, scope and duration of services.

• Completes home visits and/or appropriate contacts and monitors services, in compliance with CareStar Case Management and assessment expectations and the rules specified in the assigned program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Spanish-Speaking Bilingual Preferred

• Possess a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in social work, psychology or related field with extensive experience in human services. Experience can be substituted for education.

  • Able to create effective relationships with individuals of different cultural beliefs and lifestyles.

  • Have the ability to analyze complex information and to define and solve problems.

  • Have effective interpersonal (oral and written) skills to interact professionally and ethically with all age groups from a diverse population, including differing intellectual, cultural, ethnic, psychosocial and socio-economic backgrounds.

• Willingness and ability to work flexible schedule to meet needs of families including reliable transportation, valid driver's license and car insurance as required by state law, and the ability to travel.

• Adheres to the CareStar Rule in performance of job responsibilities.

• Understands and complies with CareStar Policies and Procedures.

• Maintains confidentiality as related to patient information. Any disclosures of confidential information made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offense.

• Follows the Acceptable Use Policy while using any information systems owned or controlled by CareStar, Inc.

Why Join CareStar?

• Remote flexibility with meaningful community engagement

• Competitive salary based on experience and education

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

• 401(k) with a generous company match

• Paid time off + 10 paid holidays

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – become a part-owner in the company

• Supportive, mission-driven culture focused on improving lives