Remote & Field Geriatric Care Coordinator

Community First Solutions; Hamilton (OH); Hybrid; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

Community First Solutions in Butler County, Ohio seeks a Care Manager to support older adults through the Elderly Services Program (ESP). You will assess needs, coordinate services, and develop personalized plans with clients and caregivers to improve quality of life.

Remote work is available with in-field duties, and one day per week in the office. A Bachelor’s in social work or related field and at least 1 year of geriatrics experience are preferred. Competitive starting pay begins at $18/hr.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, gerontology or related field; approved experience may suffice.
• At least 1 year of experience in geriatrics, case management, long-term care, home health, or medical social work.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation for home visits.
• Acceptable criminal records check required.
• Strong computer skills, including basic applications and care management software.

Responsibilities

• Assess client referrals for program eligibility and enroll eligible individuals.
• Develop individualized service plans with client and caregiver that include community resources and ESP services.
• Provide information, referrals, and resources as needed.
• Inform clients of rights and responsibilities.
• Monitor service plan costs to ensure adherence to cost caps.
• Secure and monitor services to ensure quality of care for participants.
• Maintain client contact schedule of required interventions and verify service plan; identify changes.
• Complete documentation as required.
• Maintain ongoing contact with caregivers, family members, and informal support.
• Work with clients, providers and others in mutual problem solving and coordination of care.
• Complete review of income and medical expenses to determine client co-payment; monitor status.
• Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, Advantage plans; referrals to benefit specialists; pursue funding sources.
• Assist client/caregiver with discharge planning upon disenrollment.
• Follow policy for processing client appeals; disenroll if eligibility ends.
• Cooperate with care management team to ensure adequate coverage.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gerontology, or related field

Tools

Care management software

Job description

Community First Solutions in Butler County, Ohio seeks a Care Manager to support older adults through the Elderly Services Program (ESP). You will assess needs, coordinate services, and develop personalized plans with clients and caregivers to improve quality of life.

Remote work is available with in-field duties, and one day per week in the office. A Bachelor’s in social work or related field and at least 1 year of geriatrics experience are preferred. Competitive starting pay begins at $18/hr.