Home Care Manager

CLARITY CARE INC•Oshkosh, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Clarity Care is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with varying abilities so they can lead independent, fulfilling lives within their communities. Guided by a strong mission, vision, and set of core values, we strive to be Wisconsin’s provider of choice for compassionate, high-quality care. We pride ourselves on delivering services with respect, integrity, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. Our team members help empower individuals by offering personalized programs that honor each person’s uniqueness and potential. The Home Care Manager assists with the day-to-day operations of the Home Care Divisions. They carry out responsibilities in the following functional areas: staff management and development, scheduling, quality assurance, department growth, etc.

Requirements

Working knowledge and understanding of Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to Home Care, DVR, Medicaid, and other insurance and payer sources.
Must possess a valid WI driver’s license, and ability to meet agency driving standards.
Must provide proof of auto insurance.
Must pass a periodic WI Caregiver Background Checks including Department of Justice Criminal Record Checks, and/or that of previous states of residence.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor Degree, in a Human Services or Similar Field, is preferred.
At least five years of industry related experience including two years in upper management.

Responsibilities

Provides direct supervision of staff performance of acceptance of initiative and responsibility, communication skills, interpersonal skills, attendance, safety consciousness, and problem-solving.
Oversees approval of staff time off requests.
Lead staff meetings and communicate Department & Organization changes and updates.
Work with Human Resources in the recruitment and hiring process of Home Care staff to meet client and staffing needs.
Follow all documentation completeness and reporting of incidents, client concerns and significant events.
Ensure home care policies and procedures reflect quality and safe delivery of services.
Works with Human Resources and Director of Home Care in staff coaching and disciplinary action as indicated.
Manage the admission, assessment, and discharge of clients in compliance with all Federal and State regulations.
Assure authorization and compliance for payment of services.
Enter new clients into various databases for electronic charting and visit verification.
Document and resolve all requests from clients and employees concerning changes in direct care staff and/or client schedules.
Maintain and update authorized hours and client/employee scheduling placements.
As a member of the admission team, receive referrals for services and ensure timely and efficient transmission of referrals to appropriate personnel to increase client satisfaction and increase overall client base.
Assist in screening and completion of referrals to ensure clients meet agency admission criteria and comply with state and federal regulations.
Cross-sell company services to all referrals as appropriate to increase client base and company profits.
Coaches and develops individual team members by providing constructive and timely performance evaluations.
Client related discipline- by supervisor of client care type being provided
Maintain accurate documentation of services according to policies and procedures.
Develops and maintains training material for new staff in areas of Managed Care, County, State and Federal laws, regulations and organization policies and contractual obligations of funders
Sells program to primary funders including, but not limited to, MCOs, Counties and Private Pay sources.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with primary funders of services.
Develop and implement clear and measurable short and long term goals, operating procedures, and business plans to achieve the agency’s growth goals.