Responsible for conducting service coordination functions for a defined caseload of individuals in specialized programs.
Facilitates the Person Centered Planning process that documents the member’s preferences, needs and self-identified goals.
Conducts assessments and develops a comprehensive Person Centered Support Plan (PCSP) and backup plan.
Interfacing with Medical Directors and participating in interdisciplinary care rounds to support development of a fully integrated care plan.
Engaging the member’s circle of support and overall management of the individuals physical health (PH)/behavioral health (BH)/LTSS needs.
Conducts face-to-face program assessments using motivational interviewing techniques for evaluations, coordination, and management of an individual’s waiver and BH or PH needs.
Identifies members with potential clinical health care needs and coordinates those member’s cases with the clinical healthcare management and interdisciplinary team.
Manages non-clinical needs of members with chronic illnesses, co-morbidities, and/or disabilities.
Documents short and long-term service and support goals in collaboration with the member’s chosen care team.
Identifies members that would benefit from an alternative level of service or other waiver programs.
Submits utilization/authorization requests to utilization management with documentation supporting and aligning with the individual’s care plan.
Responsible for reporting critical incidents to appropriate internal and external parties.
Requirements
Requires BA/BS degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience working with a social work agency
Specific education, years, and type of experience may be required based upon state law and contract requirements
Bilingual in English/ Spanish strongly preferred
LTSS, case management, social work or hospital discharge planning experience preferred