PACE Home Care Specialist (Central Valley PACE - Modesto)

Golden Valley Health Centers • Modesto, CA

2d • $23 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Home Care Specialist is responsible for the scheduling and reconciling of all home care services. The schedule is Monday – Friday, working 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Compensation is $22.85 - $23.99 an hour.

Requirements

• Reliable transportation valid CA Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and vehicle insurance.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Only act within the scope of his or her authority to practice.
• Ability to communicate skillfully, handle multiple priorities, maintain a warm and friendly demeanor, be flexible, innovative, focus on results and travel regularly.
• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with geriatric individuals including those with cognitive decline and/or physical frailties.
• Meet a standardized set of competencies established by Central Valley PACE and approved by CMS before working independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and/or Google Suite, and scheduling software required.
• Bilingual English / Spanish.
• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Current BLS CPR Card certified by American Heart Association.
• Minimum two (2) years caregiver experience.
• Minimum one (1) year experience scheduling home care appointments.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains participant schedules according to care plans and staff availability.
• Maintains staffing schedule to ensure coverage for sick leave, vacation, and long-term leave.
• Communicates routinely with contract agencies to maintain staffing and a long lasting relationship.
• Assists with reconciling vendor invoices and delivering the services in the EMR.
• Coordinates Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and delivers DME items.
• Assist with semiannual home care assessments.
• Contact care providers and clients regarding day-to-day changes.
• On a rotational basis, participates in after hours and weekend calls to handle emergencies, scheduling issues, and client referrals/intakes.
• Perform general office duties including but not limited to word processing, photocopies, files, shreds, sort/distribute mail, provide reception coverage, telephone services, etc.
• Understand and adhere to established home.

Benefits

• Medical: (0 Deductible / $2,000 Individual; $4,000 Family Out-of-Pocket Max), excellent PPO coverages
• Dental
• Vision
• 403(b) with match
• FSA plans
• Gym discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED