Care Management Coordinator

Buckeye Hills Regional Council is a council of governments dedicated to improving the lives of residents in southeast Ohio. By working collaboratively with elected officials across Athens, Hocking, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Noble, Perry, and Washington counties, we grow strong communities through our four divisions: Aging & Population Health, Community Development, Planning, Home Care.

Buckeye Hills Regional Council is currently seeking a full-time Care Management Coordinator. The Care Management Coordinator utilizes the skills and knowledge from their profession as an RN, LPN or LSW with minimal direction from their supervisor to implement, evaluate, and coordinate waiver services that will enable eligible individuals to remain in the community safely, avoiding institutionalization.

The Care Management Coordinator independently develops and maintains comprehensive, person-centered care plans based on individual strengths/weaknesses, assessed needs, and formal and informal supports. They ensure that care plans are modified to meet individual needs and changes as they occur. They maintain regular contact with individuals and caregivers either by telephone or in-person visit as per the Ohio Department of Aging standard to monitor individual satisfaction, appropriateness of care, and ongoing quality of service delivery.

Education/Experience Required: Must be a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Social Worker with a valid and current license in the State of Ohio and one (1) year experience.

The essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Educating consumers on program eligibility, participation, rights, and responsibilities
• Developing the initial care plan based on enrollee strengths/weaknesses, needs, and formal and informal support.
• Authorizing home and community-based services and long-term care options in the consumer’s service plan as supported by the assessment, care plan, and case documentation
• Determining presumptive Medicaid eligibility and maintaining timely assessment documentation

Essential skills, knowledge, and abilities include but are not limited to:

• Advocacy and problem-solving skills
• Managing assigned caseload
• Preparing accurate & concise reports
• Determining appropriate treatment or referrals
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Geriatric health & social issues
• Basic medical terminology

Fingerprinting, background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a valid driver’s license are required for hire.

We offer an excellent benefits package including but not limited to:

• Mileage reimbursement at the federal rate
• 100% paid health, vision, dental, and life insurances for employee
• 35-hour workweek
• Generous paid sick, personal, and annual leave
• Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System
• Optional Deferred Compensation
• Ability and flexibility to work from home

Starting Salary Range: $37,189 - $46,486.

Please send a resume, three references, and an employment application to Angie Lawrence, Human Resources Manager, at alawrence@buckeyehills.org or Buckeye Hills Regional Council, 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH 45750.

This position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by December 31, 2024.

Buckeye Hills Regional Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,189.00 - $46,486.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you live in one of the following counties: Athens, Hocking, Morgan, Perry?

License/Certification:

• RN, LPN, or LSW License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Marietta, OH 45750

Salary : $37,189 - $46,486