Care Management Case Aide

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging • Philadelphia, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This Case Aide assesses the need for meals and coordinates and monitors the delivery of this service to individuals who have declined Long Term Care OPTIONS or Community Health Choices programs and are receiving home-delivered meals only. Work is performed in accordance with mandates from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) for “Meals Only” consumers including annual reassessments, home visits, and telephone contacts, and is monitored and reviewed by the OPTIONS Care Manager Supervisor through check-ins and system reports.

Requirements

• Some college credits or certification preferred.
• High energy level; able to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Well organized.
• High level of flexibility.
• Possesses advocacy skills and a sense of professional ethics.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and continuous access to a fully insured car.
• Pre-employment physical.
• Drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Performs all care management functions for “meals only” caseload according to the OPTIONS program regulations as dictated by the State.
• Conducts standardized assessment of nutrition needs and eligibility for home delivered meals annually.
• Conducts semi-annual home visits and quarterly telephone calls to monitor eligibility, changing needs, and satisfaction with meals.
• Enters Care Management Activity in the form of units for services provided.
• Follows up on meal deliveries problems as needed.
• Completes all required documentation and data entry.
• Contributes to upholding a highly supportive team culture.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverage
• Flexible spending plan (health and dependent care)
• EAP, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax commuting, and parking benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and optional employee pre-tax contributions.
• Annual paid time off includes 13 holidays, 10 sick days, 2 personal days, and vacation depending on tenure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree