Medical Case Manager

SPECIAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR TEXAS INCORPORATED•Paris, TX

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Position will provide a wide range of case management services for people infected with HIV. Serves as an advocate for the client and their family. Will promote available services for the client within the agency and will refer the client for services outside the agency. Assists Regional Coordinator in developing coalitions and consortiums to enhance the continuum of care for clients.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from regionally accredited institution required
Requires valid Texas Driver’s License, appropriate driving record and auto liability insurance required
PC and MS Office proficiency required

Nice To Haves

Case management experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides a range of client-centered services that link client with health care, psychosocial and other services to insure timely, coordinated access to appropriate levels of health and supportive services, continuity of care, and on-going assessment of the client’s needs.
Case Management provides initial comprehensive assessment of the clients needs and personal support systems; development of a comprehensive, individualized service plan; coordination of the services required to implement the plan; and periodic evaluation and revision of the plan as necessary over the life of the client.
May also include client specific advocacy and/or review of utilization of services.
Prepares confidential and non-confidential correspondence in a professional style and format.
Inputs data into databases correctly and within designated time frame.
Makes appointments and referrals for clients as needed.
Maintains effective filing system and files necessary information in a timely manner.
Complies with TDH standards for charting and case management
Assists supervisor in preparing programmatic reports in an accurate and timely manner.
Communicates readily with Supervisor on programmatic, agency interpersonal and significant client information.
Prepares monthly reports in a timely manner as requested by supervisor.
Ensures that all services provided to clients are based on client eligibility guidelines.
Makes referrals to social service agencies that provide services not obtainable from Special Health Resources.
Ensures that all clients have accurate and up to date consents and forms in charts.