Care Coordinator

Person Centered Services • West Seneca, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Person Centered Services Care Coordination Organization is seeking Care Coordinators to serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a health home model. The role coordinates and advocates for all aspects of each individual’s care, including health and behavioral healthcare, community supports, and other services needed to meet the individual’s needs. Care Coordinators use a person-centered, holistic, strengths-based approach and collaborate with the individual’s health care and service providers to support the individual’s wants and needs. The position may be suitable for social workers, care managers, and case managers.

This is a hybrid role. The Care Coordinator works independently from home and reports to the office at least once per week, with additional office attendance possible depending on business needs. Meetings with individuals take place in their homes, physician or provider offices, and other public places. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, with an 8-hour shift and no nights.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience, or Licensed Registered Nurse with 2 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience must involve providing direct care or support, coordination, and/or advocacy for people on a regular basis.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or Licensed Registered Nurse credential is required by OPWDD in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive, person-centered Life Plan with the individual, their circle of support, and their service provider team.
• Help maintain a respectful, just, and supportive environment for individuals and coworkers in alignment with the company’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Manage a tiered caseload and tailor services to individual needs.
• Complete enrollment and eligibility documentation.
• Meet with individuals in their homes, physician or provider offices, and other public places to conduct assessments and provide services.
• Work independently from home and report to the office at least once per week, with additional office attendance as business needs require.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time