Informal Caregiver Guide Coordinator
DaMar Staffing Solutions•Indianapolis, IN
•$40,000 - $55,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The Caregiver Guide is responsible for providing support for informal caregivers in the Indiana Pathways to Aging program focused on servicing Hoosiers 60 and over who receive Medicaid (or Medicaid and Medicare) benefits.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in caregiver advocacy and supports and or home and community-based services, or any combination.
- Must be able to prioritize and meet deadlines, detail oriented and exercise good judgment
- Above average organizational skills, good listener, team player.
- Must possess/maintain a valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance and a driving record that meets the guidelines and requirement of the organization.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor degree
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in either volunteer or paid position working in community setting with at risk populations providing coordination of services
- Community Health Worker (CHW) certification
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Previous experience servicing diverse populations in rural areas
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the range of caregiver services, the HIP platform, and established processes and workflows as primary operations expert for Caregiver guides.
- Enhance participation of informal caregivers in suitable programs and services.
- Function as a reliable consultant and educator regarding healthcare inquiries, focusing on overcoming obstacles to informal caregiver health literacy.
- Provide guidance to informal caregivers on minimizing health risks and managing caregiver stress, helping in future planning and facilitating connections to valuable resources and support networks.
- Assist informal caregivers during transitions in member care settings as required.
- Produce reports as necessary concerning program metrics associated with caregivers.
- Participate in and connect with community regarding caregiving matters, including offering assistance with regional caregiver advisory committees.
- Support educational efforts for providers on caregiving topics.
- Collaborate with internal Pathways staff and Interdisciplinary Care Team (ICT).
- Participate in related training and continuing education opportunities as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health Insurance and Benefits offered
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
