Care Navigator & Wellness Advocate (Sign-On Bonus)

Acenda Integrated Health; Glassboro (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $700

Innovative culture

Health, Vision and Dental coverage

401(k) with up to 5% match

Generous time-off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Year-end performance bonuses

Job summary

Acenda Integrated Health seeks a Care Manager Hourly to support clients in Cape May County needing mental health services, coordinating treatment and ensuring wellness. The role acts as a liaison to navigate services and collaborates with Acenda and community providers to link individuals to needed supports.

RESPONSIBILITIES include coordinating treatment, educating clients about resources, following up on care, and maintaining accurate documentation to support quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years’ experience in the human services, psychology or related field.
• Resident of the geographical areas identified or relevant knowledge of counties served.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, use of an insured vehicle, and acceptable driving record.
• Must be sensitive, flexible and responsive to diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Professionalism and commitment to excellence in care.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the contact point, advocate and informational resource for clients, care team, family/caregivers and community resources regarding client’s treatment plan.
• Partner with clients to monitor adherence to their treatment plan, evaluate effectiveness and progress.
• Facilitate client linkages, referrals and access to appropriate treatment and supports.
• Educate patient and family/caregiver about community resources and connections.
• Conduct clinical follow up during inpatient or emergency care and ensure seamless transition back into the plan.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with external community providers and supports.
• Complete and submit accurate reports and chart documentation in a timely manner.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of written and verbal communications.
• Compile data and prepare reports including dashboards or market research.
• Support Quality/Compliance/Risk functions as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Workplace Ethics

Interpersonal Communication

Collaboration and Teamwork

Cultural Competence

Screening and Assessment

Care Planning

Systems-Oriented Practice

Quality Improvement

Technologically Proficient

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years’ experience in the human services, psychology or related field

Job description

Acenda Integrated Health seeks a Care Manager Hourly to support clients in Cape May County needing mental health services, coordinating treatment and ensuring wellness. The role acts as a liaison to navigate services and collaborates with Acenda and community providers to link individuals to needed supports.

RESPONSIBILITIES include coordinating treatment, educating clients about resources, following up on care, and maintaining accurate documentation to support quality outcomes.