LTSS Care Manager: Care Coordination & Waiver Services

Jobtome; Aurora Township (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome seeks an experienced care coordination professional to support LTSS members. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely assessments, implement comprehensive care plans, and monitor progress toward outcomes.

The role involves coordination of waiver services, documentation, and ongoing optimization of member care across settings. You will work with licensed care managers as needed, engaging families and providers to address psycho/social, financial, and medical

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of healthcare experience, including LTSS/care management.
• Clinical licensure/certification required only if state contract mandates.
• Bachelor's degree may be required in some states.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel requirements.
• Knowledge of community resources and ability to work in diverse settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and navigating online portals.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive member assessments within required timelines, including home visits.
• Coordinate waiver enrollment/disenrollment processes and develop care plans.
• Monitor care plan effectiveness, document interventions and adjust as needed.
• Promote integrated services for LTSS and behavioral health to improve continuity of care.
• Assess medical necessity and authorize waiver services; evaluate benefits and funding sources.
• Facilitate ICT meetings for service approvals/denials and collaboration.
• Use motivational interviewing and clinical guides to educate and support members.
• Identify barriers to care and coordinate resources to address psycho/social and financial needs.
• Develop prevention plans for critical incidents and coordinate with licensed care managers.
• Travel 25-40% locally as required by state/contractual rules.

Skills

Care coordination

Strong communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in health care field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jobtome seeks an experienced care coordination professional to support LTSS members. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely assessments, implement comprehensive care plans, and monitor progress toward outcomes.

The role involves coordination of waiver services, documentation, and ongoing optimization of member care across settings. You will work with licensed care managers as needed, engaging families and providers to address psycho/social, financial, and medical