Case Manager

Mercer University; Swainsboro (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement contributions

Tuition waivers

Paid vacation and sick leave

Technology discounts

Work-life balance schedules

Job summary

Mercer University in Georgia seeks a Case Manager for the School of Medicine's Community Medicine department to serve the 10-county South Georgia Healthy Start service area in rural communities. The role involves recruiting, enrolling, assessing, and retaining participants, plus care navigation and social services enrollment assistance.

Responsibilities include delivering curricula and parenting education, engaging community partners, and participating in program development and trainings;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus two years of relevant experience (case management, patient navigation, health education, community engagement, survey research, interventionist work, or doula/birthworker).
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Valid current driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, enroll, assess, and retain SGHS participants in the 10-county service area.
• Provide care navigation and social services enrollment assistance.
• Deliver evidence-based curricula and health education; conduct parenting education classes.
• Actively engage community partners within the SGHS region; participate in professional development and trainings.

Skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Cloud-based case management systems

Travel within SGHS area

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Case Manager

Job Title

Case Manager

Department

Community Medicine

College/Division

School Of Medicine

Primary Job Posting Location

Swainsboro, GA 30401

Additional Job Posting Locations

• (Other locations that this position could be based)
• Remote Worker

Job Details

The School of Medicine is searching for an Case Manager who resides in the 10 county South Georgia Healthy Start Service area (Appling, Bulloch, Candler, Emanuel, Evans, Jefferson, Jenkins, Screven, Tattnall, Toombs).

Responsibilities

Case Managers will assist with the execution of South Georgia Healthy Start's (SGHS) daily activities to support women, infants, and families in rural South Georgia. Case Managers will be responsible for recruiting, enrolling, assessing, and retaining participants; providing care navigation and social services enrollment assistance; performing routine check-ins with participants; delivering evidence-based curricula and health education; conducting parenting education classes; and actively engaging community partners within the SGHS assigned service region.

Case Managers will be expected to participate in professional development and trainings as applicable and may be assigned to lead committees or initiatives within the SGHS program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and two years of relevant experience, which could include case management, patient navigation, health education, community engagement, survey research, interventionist work, or doula/birthworker experience.
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Valid current driver's license is required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn and utilize cloud-based case management systems.
• Ability to travel regularly within the 10-county SGHS project area, as well as to travel occasionally to meetings, trainings, and events throughout the state and in other states.

Background Check Contingencies

• Criminal History Check

Document Attachments

• Resume
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references with contact information

Externally Funded

This position is contingent on external funding and the length of employment in this position is dependent on continuation of these funds.

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

• comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents)
• generous retirement contributions
• tuition waivers
• paid vacation and sick leave
• technology discounts
• schedules that allow for work-life balance
• and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Family

Staff Administrative Operations Non-exempt

EEO Statement

EEO/Veteran/Disability