Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc.
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Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc. $24.72-$28.57 per hour Overview
A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area. Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities, so our success depends on those we employ. The Role
The Care Manager is responsible for providing care management for clients and their families/support system and advocates for clients to obtain the full range of needed services and ensures coordination of these services. The Care Manager promotes linkage development and monitors the effectiveness of linkages with other service providers. The Care Manager also ensures community follow-up to engage the client in care, promotes compliance with medical appointments, and encourages client self-sufficiency and empowerment. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village. Responsibilities
Reports to assigned Care Coordination Supervisor and meets with Care Coordination Supervisor on a bi-weekly basis for supervision or as needed. Utilizes approved Home Health assessment tools and HIT to prepare initial and ongoing clinical and psychosocial assessments of service needs to identified members. Identifies the level of need and ensures the care plan is member-centered. Reassesses care plans and assessments in accordance with Health Home policy and as needed. Monitors member progress and produces/maintains detailed, accurate, and timely documentation of case notes. Responds to inpatient and ER admission alerts and contacts medical provider/hospitals for admission/discharge information. Recognizes member as a contributing member of the care team through motivational interviewing techniques, continuous transference, and reinforcement of self-management skills. Provides support to members and family, including locating resources to eliminate barriers and advocating on behalf of the member and their supports to ensure they have the support necessary to improve their health. Documents a monthly BSQ assessment for each assigned member. Develops resources for referral in all areas needed to assist clients. Ensures the care management team will provide care coordination, appropriate linkages, referrals, and follow-up for needed services and supports. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related fields such as child and family studies, community mental health, counseling, education, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, recreation, recreational therapy, rehabilitation, social work, sociology, or speech and hearing. OR A NYS Teacher’s Certificate with a Bachelor’s Degree. OR NYS licensure and registration as a Registered Nurse and a Bachelor’s Degree. At least One (1) year experience in providing direct services or linking persons to a broad range of services essential to successfully living in a community setting to persons with mental illness, substance use disorders, HIV, and homelessness. Willingness to travel regularly in the community and to members’ homes as needed. Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR. Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Flexibility is needed as members may call outside of daily work schedule (24-hour call). Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with staff and patients. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Team player and able to work independently. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Non-profit Organizations
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Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc. $24.72-$28.57 per hour Overview
A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area. Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities, so our success depends on those we employ. The Role
The Care Manager is responsible for providing care management for clients and their families/support system and advocates for clients to obtain the full range of needed services and ensures coordination of these services. The Care Manager promotes linkage development and monitors the effectiveness of linkages with other service providers. The Care Manager also ensures community follow-up to engage the client in care, promotes compliance with medical appointments, and encourages client self-sufficiency and empowerment. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village. Responsibilities
Reports to assigned Care Coordination Supervisor and meets with Care Coordination Supervisor on a bi-weekly basis for supervision or as needed. Utilizes approved Home Health assessment tools and HIT to prepare initial and ongoing clinical and psychosocial assessments of service needs to identified members. Identifies the level of need and ensures the care plan is member-centered. Reassesses care plans and assessments in accordance with Health Home policy and as needed. Monitors member progress and produces/maintains detailed, accurate, and timely documentation of case notes. Responds to inpatient and ER admission alerts and contacts medical provider/hospitals for admission/discharge information. Recognizes member as a contributing member of the care team through motivational interviewing techniques, continuous transference, and reinforcement of self-management skills. Provides support to members and family, including locating resources to eliminate barriers and advocating on behalf of the member and their supports to ensure they have the support necessary to improve their health. Documents a monthly BSQ assessment for each assigned member. Develops resources for referral in all areas needed to assist clients. Ensures the care management team will provide care coordination, appropriate linkages, referrals, and follow-up for needed services and supports. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related fields such as child and family studies, community mental health, counseling, education, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, recreation, recreational therapy, rehabilitation, social work, sociology, or speech and hearing. OR A NYS Teacher’s Certificate with a Bachelor’s Degree. OR NYS licensure and registration as a Registered Nurse and a Bachelor’s Degree. At least One (1) year experience in providing direct services or linking persons to a broad range of services essential to successfully living in a community setting to persons with mental illness, substance use disorders, HIV, and homelessness. Willingness to travel regularly in the community and to members’ homes as needed. Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR. Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Flexibility is needed as members may call outside of daily work schedule (24-hour call). Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with staff and patients. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Team player and able to work independently. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Non-profit Organizations
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