Intensive Support Coordinator - Jackson and Surrounding Counties

CareStar•Jefferson, GA

16h•Remote

About The Position

CareStar, Inc. is seeking an Intensive Support Coordinator for its Intensive Support Coordination program serving Jackson County, Georgia, and surrounding areas. The role works directly with individuals to assess their needs, develop personalized care plans, and connect them with services and supports that help them live healthier, more independent lives. It is remote with field visits and requires travel to meet the needs of families.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field such as Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Gerontology, or Nursing, or a closely related field.
Two years of direct service experience serving people with DD/IDD or related disabilities.
Two years of experience in healthcare, habilitative or rehabilitative, residential, behavioral health, ICF/IDD, psychiatric inpatient, specialty clinic, special education, or a similar setting.
Experience completing assessments, developing service plans, and monitoring them.
Effective organizational and communication skills.
Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule to meet families’ needs.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and car insurance as required by state law; ability to travel.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with company policies and information-system use requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing care management or care coordination.

Responsibilities

Provide information and assistance to link participants with medical, social, educational, and other providers, programs, or services that address identified needs and goals.
Conduct health and safety, social, and environmental assessments according to established guidelines.
Serve on work groups, community groups, committees, and other task forces, and attend meetings as requested.
Adhere to CareStar rules and comply with company policies and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information and follow the Acceptable Use Policy when using CareStar information systems.