Care Manager

Lawndale Christian Health Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance including Dental, Vis

Paid time off / Paid holidays

Educational Reimbursement

Home Buyer Assistance Program

Retirement Contributions and more....

Job summary

Lawndale Christian Health Center in Chicago seeks a Care Manager to join a multidisciplinary care team dedicated to coordinating care for patients with high medical needs. You will work with the Population Health Nurse, Social Worker, providers, and community agencies to implement comprehensive care plans touching health, resources, and self-care.

The role emphasizes coordinated care, non-clinical support, and alignment with Lawndale's mission to promote wellness and affordable healthcare for

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with patients, staff, and community agencies.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal relationship and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Mission-driven and capable of holistic care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care management for patients with high medical needs and various risk groups.
• Collaborate with Population Health Nurse, Population Health Social Worker, providers and staff to implement care plans.
• Facilitate non-clinical needs and coordinate with community agencies.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Mission alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in social/health sciences

Job description

Mission

Our mission is to show and share the love of Jesus by promoting wellness and providing quality, affordable healthcare for Lawndale and the neighboring communities.

Brief Description

Mission

Our mission is to show and share the love of Jesus by promoting wellness and providing quality, affordable healthcare for Lawndale and the neighboring communities.

Position Summary

The Care Manager is responsible for working as part of a care team to provide care management services for patients with high medical needs and patients of various risk groups. The Care Manager will coordinate with the Population Health Nurse, the Population Health Social Worker, providers, other staff (including pharmacy, behavioral health, and spiritual care), and community agencies regarding patient care/care management for patients in specifically defined patient populations in order to facilitate and implement a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to manage health conditions, utilization of resources, patient self-care, and the implementation and evaluation of a care plan as it applies to non-clinical needs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates excellent communication skills and is able to communicate clearly to patients, staff, and community agencies
• Strong ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced, team environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal relationship and customer service skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Embraces and personifies the mission of Lawndale Christian Health Center, by performing work in a whole person way, providing for the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of staff members and patients

Required Knowledge, Education, Experience Or Licensure/Registration

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• B.S/B.A in social/health sciences, nursing, or related degree preferred
• Two or more years of relevant experience preferred

Lawndale Benefits Include

• Health Insurance including Dental, Vision & Pharmacy Benefits
• Paid time off / Paid holidays
• Educational Reimbursement
• Home Buyer Assistance Program
• Retirement Contributions and more....