Care Coordinator - Health Homes
About The Position
In this role, the Health Home Care Coordinator works with individuals who have chronic health conditions and who are transitioning from inpatient stay or are high users of the healthcare system. Using excellent communication skills, the Care Coordinator will provide services and coordination to clients to ensure continuity of care across health and social service programs. This position requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills in order to build rapport with clients and to coordinate with various healthcare providers and community services. Comfort and confidence in addressing medical topics and in doing home visits is essential. This position is part of our Health Homes team in Ellensburg and will provide care coordination services throughout Kittitas County.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field
- Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor
- Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
- Candidates must complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Nice To Haves
- Comfort and confidence in addressing medical topics
- Comfort and confidence in doing home visits
Responsibilities
- Reaching out to and meeting with potential clients to recruit them into the program
- Completing care management assessments and monitoring client progress towards improving self-management of their chronic illness
- Collaborating with the client to develop an individualized health action plan that includes all systems of care with which the client is involved
- Coordinating with primary care providers & other treatment teams to facilitate communication with the client
- Coordinating with medical facilities at all levels to ensure the continuity of care as clients transition between care systems
- Providing education & coaching for the client and their support system regarding medications, health behavior changes, and accessing community resources & services
- Working independently to meet clients in their homes or out in the community
- Entering clinical data into multiple systems accurately & efficiently
- Completing all documentation in a timely, client-centered manner
Benefits
- Training and Development
- A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
- Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs
- Innovative Program & Services
- A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
- Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
- Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
- Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services
- Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
- Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
- Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
- Access to Employee Assistance Program services
- Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
- Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
- Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
- Tuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing additional education
- Employer-funded student loan repayment assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
