HOME Choice Assessment Specialist - Flex

CareStar, Inc.•Columbus, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Founded in 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio, CareStar, Inc. is a recognized leader in long-term care case management and population health. With a mission to Improve Communities by Improving Lives, we proudly serve individuals across Ohio through compassionate, high-quality care coordination. We are currently seeking an Assessment Specialist to join our HOME Choice program. This is a meaningful opportunity for professionals who are passionate about helping others live healthier, more independent lives. As a Assessment Specialist, you’ll work directly with individuals to assess their needs, develop personalized care plans, and connect them with essential services and supports. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real difference in your community.

Requirements

Active license as RN, LSW, or LISW.
12 months experience in home and community based services within the past 5 years.

Responsibilities

Act as point-of-contact to assist the individual to live in his/her home and/or community.
Assist individuals served with linkages to service providers and community resources as needed.
Identify barriers to compliance with individual’s healthcare regime, appointments and screenings.
Work with individuals to create solutions to identified barriers and empower individuals to manage physician, and/or other key medical professionals, contacts, appointments and/or screenings.
Communicate and collaborate with the individual’s healthcare team, including, but not limited to, the facility Social Worker and Waiver Case Manager.
Adheres to the CareStar Rule in performance of job responsibilities.
Understands and complies with CareStar Policies and Procedures.
Maintains confidentiality as related to patient information. Any disclosures of confidential information made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offense.
Follows the Acceptable Use Policy while using any information systems owned or controlled by CareStar, Inc.