Care Manager

Person-Centered-Services; Village of Newark (NY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

No night shifts

Job summary

Person Centered Services is seeking a Social Work Professional to join our Care Coordination Organization, located in Newark, NY. The Care Coordinator, also known as a Care Manager, will coordinate health and behavioral care, community supports, and other services to meet the individual’s needs in a health home model.

We encourage social workers, care managers, and case managers to apply; direct support professionals transitioning into care coordination may be a fit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Licensed Registered Nurse with 2 years relevant experience.
• Master's degree with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required by OPWDD in NYS.
• Relevant experience consists of providing direct care or support, coordination, and/or advocacy for anyone.

Responsibilities

• Develops a comprehensive, person-centered Life Plan with the individual and their circle of support, as well as their entire service provider team.
• Effectively manage a tiered caseload, while tailoring services to individual needs. Similar responsibilities as a Care Manager.
• Completes enrollment and eligibility documentation.
• Meets with individuals in their homes, physician/provider offices, and other public places to conduct assessments and provide services.
• Commits to a respectful, just, and supportive environment for individuals and coworkers aligning with the company’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Licensed Registered Nurse

Master's degree

Job description

Care Coordinator: HYBRID

This position is located in Newark, NY and candidates are required to live within the Newark service region.

Similar career paths include Care Manager, Social Worker, and Direct Support Professional.

Person Centered Services Care Coordination Organization is looking for a passionate Social Work Professional to work within a health home model serving people with intellectual and development disabilities. The Care Coordinator also known as a Care Manager has an overall responsibility for coordinating and advocating for all aspects of the individual’s care including, but not limited to, health and behavioral healthcare, community supports, and other services required to meet the needs of the individual. Care Coordinators and Social Workers use a person-centered, holistic approach, where each person being served has their health care and other service providers collaborate to ensure their wants and needs are met. We’re in the business of helping people and always using a strengths-based approach.

Social workers, care managers, and case managers are encouraged to apply! If you have worked as a Direct Support Professional this may be the right fit for you.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develops a comprehensive, person-centered Life Plan with the individual and their circle of support, as well as their entire service provider team.
• Effectively manage a tiered caseload, while tailoring services to individual needs. Similar responsibilities as a Care Manager.
• Completes enrollment and eligibility documentation.
• Meets with individuals in their homes, physician/provider offices, and other public places to conduct assessments and provide services.
• Commits to a respectful, just, and supportive environment for individuals and coworkers aligning with the company’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience OR a Licensed Registered Nurse with 2 years relevant experience OR Master's degree with 1 year of relevant experience
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required by OPWDD in NYS
  • Relevant experience consists of providing direct care or support, coordination, and/or advocacy for anyone. Examples: Direct Support Professional, Teacher, Paraprofessional, Counselor, Social Worker, Care Manager, etc.
• Valid driver's license

Additional Details

• Full-time & Part-time
• Monday - Friday
• 8 Hour Shift
• No nights
• Hybrid