Care Manager /MSW or RN

Seastar Senior Services•Eugene, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

SeaStar Senior Services, a professional in-home care and care management company based in Portland, Oregon, is hiring a Care Manager to work in Eugene. The role begins at 5–10 hours per week, with the possibility of increased hours as the client base grows. It requires flexible availability during business hours and participation in an after-hours on-call rotation. The Care Manager assesses clients’ health, family and social dynamics, support systems, and living environments; develops and implements care plans; and updates assessments and plans quarterly or as needed. The role coordinates medical and other professional services, responds to changes in client circumstances, supports housing and safety decisions, communicates with families and facilities, and documents work performed. The position is part-time/per diem and is performed in person in Eugene.

Requirements

Registered Nurse license or a Master’s degree in Social Work is required.
Experience working with seniors and adults with disabilities.
Excellent driving record and access to a personal car.
CPR certification or ability to obtain certification.
Good observational and writing skills.
Excellent listening skills and critical-thinking ability.
Computer skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments covering health history, family and social dynamics, natural support systems, and environmental concerns and needs.
Develop thorough care plans that use existing supports and arrange access to additional needed services.
Implement care plan actions to achieve goals established during assessment and planning.
Update assessments and care plans quarterly or as needed.
Respond promptly to changes in a client’s condition or environment.
Determine housing needs and assist with placement for a higher level of care or arrange resources that support safety at home.
Attend care conferences and serve as a liaison among facilities, family members, and professional fiduciaries.
Coordinate medical appointments, specialty follow-up visits, procedures, and needed medications.
Obtain other needed professional services, including legal, financial, and care services.
Provide or arrange transportation to appointments and social outings.
Document work performed on clients’ behalf with detailed notes and accurate time records, or provide monthly reports to responsible parties as desired.
Participate in a weekly on-call rotation for evenings and weekends.
Perform other related duties as assigned.