Supports Planner

The Coordinating Center•Columbia, MD

2d•Remote

About The Position

This is a full-time teleworking position with the expectations that you will be visiting clients in the Howard County region in Maryland. The Coordinating Center (The Center) has over 40 years of experience supporting children, youth, adults and seniors with complex medical needs and disabilities statewide. Deeply committed to a person-centered approach and philosophy, The Coordinating Center helps individuals of all ages and abilities achieve optimal quality health, affordable healthcare and meaningful community life. Over the past four decades, we have become an industry expert in the delivery of person-centered, community-based care coordination services and population health.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in case management/coordinating services for individuals with complex medical needs and/or behavioral health needs of all ages is required
Bachelor�s degree in human service focus (psychology, social work, public health, etc.) is strongly preferred
Experience working with Medicaid and community resources is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Utilize assessments and information from various sources regarding medical, psychological, and social factors to evaluate and advocate for client needs.
Develop an individualized person-centered plan of service for each client, recommending supports and services.
Use critical thinking skills to troubleshoot any conflicts or barriers within the support team including service issues and client crises.
Perform quarterly on-site visits to homes, nursing facilities, and community locations and monthly telephonic care coordination.
Locate appropriate resources for clients and work collaboratively with community agencies and providers to achieve desired client outcomes.
Assist individuals with developing life goals and monitors progress to ensure health and safety in the community.
Obtains and monitor estimates from various service providers including medical equipment and supplies.
Adhere to contractual billing guidelines when documenting all activities and tasks, including entering case notes and other documentation in multiple electronic database systems.
Assist in client transitions from medical facilities to a community setting.
Work collaboratively with our Nurse and Social Work consultants to resolve issues for those with complex medical and/or psychosocial needs.
Prioritize, develop, and manage your own schedule to ensure timely completion of work.