Client-Centered Care Manager & Coordinator

Connecticut-Community-Care; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Community Care seeks a Care Manager to support individuals in Long-Term Services and Supports, coordinating formal and informal caregivers. The role emphasizes person-centered decision-making, rights, and choosing care options within the community.

The position requires a BA and two years of direct case management experience, with bilingual preference. Responsibilities include assessments, care planning, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in administration, social work, public health, recreation, psychology, counseling, gerontology, or related field.
• Minimum of two years’ direct case management experience.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources; Medicaid/Medicare helpful.
• Familiarity with funding sources and service options.
• Experience conducting comprehensive assessments in various settings.
• Strong advocacy and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Addresses individuals’ needs through comprehensive, person-centered assessments in preferred settings.
• Educates individuals on program components, options, eligibility, costs, and benefits.
• Completes client documentation, applications and required forms promptly.
• Monitors care plan quality, updates service orders and renewals with providers.
• Conducts interviews with clients and families for reassessment and plan adjustment.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team and participates in on-call coverage.
• May mentor new staff and participate in continuing education.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Connecticut Community Care seeks a Care Manager to support individuals in Long-Term Services and Supports, coordinating formal and informal caregivers. The role emphasizes person-centered decision-making, rights, and choosing care options within the community.

The position requires a BA and two years of direct case management experience, with bilingual preference. Responsibilities include assessments, care planning, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality,