What are the responsibilities and job description for the Children's Care Manager position at Directions in Independent Living, Inc.?
Care Coordinator provides outreach and enrollment services to children presumed to meet eligibility requirements of New York State Children's Health Home program. They gather assessments and enter documentation that confirms eligibility and identifies areas requiring supportive services. They work with children, families and service providers to create a comprehensive Plan of Care, identify additional service providers as necessary, and coordinate the continuing involvement of families and service providers in the execution of the plan. Care Coordinators document progress and arrange for eventual transition between health homes as necessary, or from health homes to other levels of service following changes in eligibility.
Responsibilities and Duties
Program Outreach
Documentation of all activities
Administering CANS-NY assessment
Developing a comprehensive family driven Plan of Care
Coordinate with family, youth and service providers
Conduct quarterly reviews
Assist families in acquisition and maintenance of public benefits if necessary
Provide services to children and adhere to requirements based on acuity level
Patriciate in mandatory and optional trainings
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's in Human Services
2 years relevant experience (prefered)
Must have a valid driver's license
Relevant experience-
servicing children & families in child welfare, developmental disabilities, behavioral health, primary health, or social services, experience coordinating and participating in team settings, solid writing and verbal communication, ability to deliver family-driven, youth guided services
This position will serve individuals in Allegany & Cattaraugus Counties
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20
