Care Manager - Upstate Cerebral Palsy : Job Details

DescriptionPay $20.00 - $22.00 an hourThe Care Manager conducts and schedules assessments, referrals, advocacy and supports, counseling, education of patients and enrollees and care team members assuring the patient receives quality services to maintain optimum healthcare needs without barriers.Core ResponsibilitiesOutreach and engagement to formally enroll referred individuals into the care management program.Conducts assessments, evaluates needs, establishes and maintains care plan and maintains referrals for enrollees.Assures supports are in place inclusive of peer and family contacts.Develops Plan of Care based on preliminary clinical information and assigned level that will identify linkages and services immediately required.Ensures all initial linkages are established and maintained.Collaborates with all services providers and establishes team communication plan.Monitors goals on a continuing basis and that team is communicating.Monitors that care plan is relevant to health home policies and procedures.Consults with family members and social supports to maintain support consistency.Conducts visits in community, institutions, homes, etc.Advocates for additional services and linkages as appropriate.Maintains current care management documentation and information regarding care management activities.QualificationsBachelor's degree or Masters in social work, psychology, sociology, human services or related field.1-2years' experience in Human Services, primarily Mental Health, Substance Abuse and medical information.Travel is required. Must have a valid NYS Driver's LicenseBenefitsOur work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.Comprehensive Health/Dental/VisionDirect DepositFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Retirement Plan 403(b)Life InsuranceVoluntary BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)Tuition ReimbursementService AwardsEmployee Appreciation EventsEmployee DiscountsUpstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.orgTo access a copy of the job description Click Here - Care Manager ( or betterLicenses & CertificationsRequiredDriver License