Foster Care Special Programs Care Manager

Hornet Staffing, Inc, a GEE Group company; North Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornet Staffing, Inc., a GEE Group company, seeks a Foster Care Special Programs Case Manager to coordinate care for members in specialty programs, including foster care, across North Carolina. The role emphasizes integrated physical and behavioral health case management and person-centered planning.

The ideal candidate will have NC Medicaid HCBS knowledge, a relevant degree or license, and the ability to work with state agencies and community partners.

Qualifications

• Experience with NC LME/MCO or 1915(i) provider.
• Knowledge of NC Medicaid 1915(i) HCBS and related eligibility/assessments.
• Residence in NC or within 40 miles of the border; ability to support the region.
• Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related behavioral health field; or a nursing degree with 7+ years of clinical experience; or equivalent.
• Active, current license as RN, LCSW, LMHC, LPC, LMFT, or Clinical Psychologist.

Responsibilities

• Assess member needs and develop comprehensive, person-centered care plans.
• Coordinate physical health, behavioral health, social supports, and community resources.
• Help members access appropriate, quality, cost-effective care and adjust plans as needs change.
• Conduct case management by phone and/or home visits within licensure scope.
• Manage complex cases and support other Special Programs case managers.
• Collaborate with members, families, providers, community partners, and state agencies.
• Address social determinants of health and linguistic needs in care planning.
• Provide member education, medication reconciliation, and follow-up care coordination.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary health rounds.
• Contribute to specialty projects and process improvements.
• Train and mentor staff, conduct audits, support compliance, and participate on leadership team.

Skills

NC LME/MCO experience

Medicaid HCBS knowledge

Residency near NC border

Clinical license/degree requirement

Education

MSW or counseling degree

Nursing degree + 7+ years clinical experience

Job description

Hornet Staffing, Inc., a GEE Group company, seeks a Foster Care Special Programs Case Manager to coordinate care for members in specialty programs, including foster care, across North Carolina. The role emphasizes integrated physical and behavioral health case management and person-centered planning.

The ideal candidate will have NC Medicaid HCBS knowledge, a relevant degree or license, and the ability to work with state agencies and community partners.