Care Coordinator II or III RN or Licensed SW (7 county metro area in MN)

Medica•Minnetonka, MN

15h•Hybrid

About The Position

Medica is a nonprofit health plan serving communities in Minnesota, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Missouri, and beyond. We are seeking candidates who reside in MN to support membership primarily within the 7-county metro area. Our Care Coordinators work across the state of Minnesota and are integrated into our communities to support and care for our senior members and members living with disabilities. They are passionate about collaboratively aligning resources, creating appropriate individualized care plans, and coordinating the delivery of services for our members. Care Coordinators have the flexibility to choose between working a 4 or 5-day work week, with a consistent schedule free of evenings, weekends, and holidays. They are home-based and reside within proximity to the members they support. We support both telephonic and in-home assessments, offering the flexibility to independently schedule and manage their work based on member availability and regulatory requirements. Care Coordination leadership and team members are focused on integrity, trust, and putting our members first, offering a supportive environment and driving the best member experience.

Requirements

Reside in MN.
RN Diploma or Degree in Nursing (Associates or Bachelors) + a minimum of 2 years’ experience in community based services, OR Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with a Public Health Certification + a minimum of 1 year experience in community based services.
3-5+ years of experience beyond degree (for RN).
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (for SW).
3-5+ years of experience beyond degree, including 1-2+ years of community based services (for SW).
Active, unrestricted RN License or SW License in the state of MN.
Required MnCHOICES Certified Assessor Training (MNCAT) preferred or ability to obtain within 21 days of employment.
Public Health Certification preferred, however not required.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the demonstrated ability to appropriately simplifying medical language into a format understandable to non-medically trained members.
Ability to shift gears quickly, function independently, be a team player, and reprioritize tasks to meet needs of members and the Medica Care System.
Strong clinical and documentation skills.
Strong innovative problem-solving ability.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to work independently.
Willingness to travel within Medica's Service Area.
Reliable transportation.
A private area of your home designated for home office environment.
General comfort level with technology, with proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
Must reside in the state of MN.
Eligibility to work in the US; Medica does not offer work visa sponsorship.
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
Employment is contingent on verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience in home and community based services/case management.
Experience working with those who have a disability and with seniors.
Comfortable working with diverse, low-income populations.
Strong knowledge of Medicare and Medical Assistance programs.
MnCHOICES Certified Assessor Training (MNCAT) preferred or ability to obtain within 21 days of employment.
Public Health Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a specified caseload of members independently.
Create an appropriate individualized care plan.
Coordinate the delivery of approved medical and social services.
Provide education surrounding benefits, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Serve as a trusted and primary contact for members to address and mitigate any questions or concerns.
Partner with physicians, providers, and county financial entities to discuss care plans and provide updates on member progress.
Performs other duties as assigned.