Social Work Supports Coordinator

Social Work Supports Coordinator

Location: Saginaw, MI (Tri-Cities)

Salary: Starting at $50,000.00

We are seeking a dedicated Support Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will provide support and assistance to individuals with behavioral health needs. You will collaborate with clients to develop personalized care plans, assist them in accessing necessary resources, and advocate for their rights. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the behavioral health field, knowledge of budgeting principles, and strong communication skills.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the role. We look forward to reviewing your resume.

Summary:

• Provide social work services to participants in their chosen living environment, based upon their assessed needs and according to the Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP).
• Provide services to resolve social or emotional problems that are an impediment to a participant’s abilities to live in a community based setting.
• Assist participants/ legal representatives with completing required Medicaid applications or other public assistance applications as indicated.
• Provide and coordinate Medicaid Waiver Program services that reflect the mission, values, philosophy, policies/procedures and standards of care that A&D Home Health Care is committed to uphold.
• Provide and document participant care according to the participant’s PCSP.
• Possess knowledge and experiences which enable them to effectively provide support coordination services to enrolled participants.
• Assist participant/legal representatives in gaining access to needed community resources and government benefits.
• Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to meet participant needs. Identify potential barriers to a participant’s ability to remain in the community through Person-Centered Planning and assist with formulating an individualized plan to support their goal of living in the community.
• Work with participant’s chosen allies and supports as indicated to develop an effective PCSP.

Qualifications:

1. Currently credentialed as a Social Worker eligible to practice in the State of Michigan. Credentialing includes limited licensure (LLBSW/LLMSW) or full licensure (LBSW/LMSW).

2. Knowledge of community resources and home health care is preferred.

3. Minimum of one-year social work experience in a health care setting is preferred.

4. Master’s level Social Workers may be called upon to act as a mentor to Bachelor’s level Social Workers

5. Demonstrate familiarity with program level of care and financial eligibility guidelines.

Requirement:

1. Must be able to work as scheduled and report to work on time.

2. Must be able to travel within A&D Home Health Care Waiver Program service area utilizing and operating an automobile with access to reliable personal transportation.

3. Must possess excellent interpersonal and telephone skills.

4. Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing without the use of extraordinary assistive devices.

5. Must be able to complete multiple tasks, meet multiple deadlines and work within a stressful environment.

6. Able to participate in conducting comprehensive in-home assessments of clients and participate in PCSP development based upon assessment findings.

7. Provides advocacy for participants to secure appropriate services and resources based on the participant’s needs, choice, and program eligibility.

8. Provides social/emotional support and problem-solving techniques to participant and caregiving system.

9. Able to effectively interact with people of diverse cultural backgrounds including: participants, family members, members of the medical profession, long term care facility representatives, hospital discharge planners, and other community members.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Health insurance coverage
- Retirement plan options
- Paid time off and holidays

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000