Charlottesville, Virginia
Care Coordinator Job Opening in Charlottesville, Virginia - Since 1975, the Jefferson Area Board for Aging, JABA, has been serving the needs of the aging community in the Thomas Jefferson Planning district (the city of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson). Through the years, from our roots as a federally mandated Area Agency on Aging to our current position as one of the most innovative and successful aging organizations, JABA has never lost focus of the needs and desires of the community. Working with state and local government, educational institutions, private citizens of all ages, businesses, and other nonprofit organizations, JABA has consistently risen to the challenge of its mission: to promote, establish and preserve communities for healthy aging that benefit individuals and families of all ages.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Care Coordinator for Managed HealthCare Services
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK
The Care Coordinator practices a person-centered approach to assisting older adults and persons with disabilities who need supports and services to live independently or who reside in nursing facilities. Duties include assessing needs, developing and updating plans of care, making home/facility visits, facilitating and monitoring services, and completing detailed and timely documentation. Most of the work is field based with frequent travel to homes and facilities throughout JABA's service area: The City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Louisa, Greene, and Nelson. A flexible work schedule may be required. Reports to the MCO Manager on a semi-daily basis.
TYPICAL TASKS
Assesses needs, designs, and implements and monitors the Plan of Care.
Supports members self-management of chronic conditions by reinforcing skills in health and disease management.
Works collaboratively with other managed care staff to coordinate continuity of care with physicians, hospitals, and other treatment providers, conducting Interdisciplinary Care Team meetings annually or more frequently as needed.
Refers, links, and advocates on member's behalf to obtain community resources, as needed.
Maintains complex, accurate, and timely case-related electronic documentation in compliance with managed care standards and procedures.
Informs Managed Care Program Manager and member's of the Treatment Team regarding changes in the members condition.
Participates in meetings and required training.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the health care industry, care giving, chronic disease management.
Knowledge of the needs of the elderly and persons with disabilities.
Skill in empowering, encouraging, and guiding patients and/or caregivers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and use of web based software programs.
Excellent organizational and planning skills to efficiently manage time and meet deadlines.
Must be extremely timely with work and meeting required deadlines.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to change.
Ability to practice good professional judgment and work independently
Ability to form rapport with other professionals, patients, and caregivers.
Knowledge of a wide variety of community resources.
Must be feel comfortable working in the field including in peoples home unattended.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in social work or related field
Preferred two (2) years of experience in community based services with a high volume caseload and regular use of electronic record systems; health care services preferred.
Completion of required training.
Must possess a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and good driving record.
Must successful complete a computer literacy assessment.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
community based services: 2 years
Required license or certification:
Driver's License
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