Geriatric Care Manager

RVNAhealth; Ridgefield (CT); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

403(b) retirement

PTO & Holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Job summary

RVNAhealth seeks a Geriatric Care Manager to support older adults and families across Fairfield County. The role emphasizes aging safely at home, advocacy, and guiding complex care decisions in aging, chronic illness, and dementia.

Ideal candidates bring MSW/LCSW credentials in CT with CGCM certification, field-based experience, and strong communication to engage with clients, families, and clinicians.

Qualifications

• MSW required and LCSW in CT preferred.
• CGCM certification required or within six months of hire.
• RN or LPN with CGCM certification considered.
• NACCM certification acceptance or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial and care assessments in clients' homes.
• Develop individualized care plans addressing medical, emotional, and social needs.
• Coordinate healthcare services and community supports.
• Provide guidance and counseling to families navigating caregiving challenges.
• Advocate for client preferences and quality of life.
• Support dementia, chronic illness, and aging transitions.
• Collaborate with physicians, home health clinicians, and community partners.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and program development.

Education

MSW

LCSW - Connecticut

CGCM

RN/LPN with CGCM

Tools

N/A

Job description

Full-Time [30-37.5 hours/week] | Field-Based | Fairfield County, CT

RVNAhealth is seeking an experienced and compassionate Geriatric Care Manager for our Geriatric Care Management Program supporting older adults and their families across Fairfield County.

This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven healthcare organization and play a key role in a program focused on helping seniors age safely and independently in their homes.

We are looking for a professional who brings both clinical expertise and a passion for advocacy, and who enjoys guiding families through complex care decisions related to aging, chronic illness, and dementia.

This role offers autonomy, meaningful client relationships, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in the lives of older adults and their caregivers.

The Role

As a Geriatric Care Manager, you will work directly with older adults and their families to assess needs, coordinate services, and develop personalized care plans that support safety, independence, and quality of life.

You will serve as a trusted advisor and advocate, helping families navigate healthcare systems, community resources, and long-term care decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and care assessments in clients' homes
• Develop individualized care plans addressing medical, emotional, and social needs
• Coordinate healthcare services and community supports
• Provide guidance and counseling to families navigating caregiving challenges
• Advocate for client preferences and quality of life
• Support families dealing with dementia, chronic illness, and aging transitions
• Collaborate with physicians, home health clinicians, and community partners
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and program development

Who This Role Is Ideal For

This Position Is Well Suited For Professionals Who

• Enjoy building long-term relationships with clients and families
• Are passionate about aging services and dementia care
• Prefer field-based, relationship-centered work rather than institutional settings
• Value flexibility and autonomy in their work
• Want to help shape a program within a respected healthcare organization

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Connecticut
• Certified Geriatric Care Manager (CGCM)
• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with CGCM certification

Additional Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with older adults
• Experience with dementia care, caregiving support, or chronic illness management
• Background in care coordination, case management, or community-based services
• Certification through NACCM (or ability to obtain within six months of hire)
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Fairfield County, CT
• Strong communication, advocacy, and relationship-building skills

Why Join RVNAhealth?

At RVNAhealth, our mission is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. We provide a full continuum of care including home health, hospice, private caregiving, and wellness services.

If you are passionate about supporting older adults and guiding families through complex aging and care decisions, we would welcome the opportunity to connect with you.

Benefits

RVNAhealth offers eligible full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; 403(b) retirement savings; paid time off and holidays; employer-paid life and disability insurance; wellness and employee assistance programs; tuition reimbursement; professional development opportunities; and additional voluntary benefits. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan terms.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $75,000 to $78,000 per year and represents RVNAhealth's commitment to pay transparency and is a reasonable estimate of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. The final salary for this role will be determined based on careful consideration of a variety of factors, such as the candidate's exact location, experience, and expertise related to the qualifications.

RVNAhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

It will be a condition of employment at RVNAhealth to submit to a pre-employment physical/drug screen and background check, which may include the following: fingerprinting, verification of employment, paraprofessional certifications, designations or licenses, and educational background.