What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Coordinator position at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center?
Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $18.88 to $28.35 DOE
The Job is for Red Wing / Wabasha locations
ABOUT US :
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center (HVMHC) is a trusted leader in providing exceptional, person-centered behavioral health services to our communities. Founded in 1965 by a dedicated group of community members and government officials from Houston, Wabasha, and Winona counties, we have since expanded our services across Winona, Houston, Wabasha, Goodhue, and Fillmore counties.
At HVMHC, we recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling to support our employees' needs. We are committed to professional growth and prioritize internal promotions whenever possible. For team members pursuing licensure, we provide free clinical supervision to help you achieve your goals. Additionally, we utilize Eleos , an augmented intelligence software, to assist with case note documentationallowing our staff to focus more on client care.
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where team members and clients feel valued and respected. We welcome professionals from all backgrounds and experiences who share our commitment to providing high-quality behavioral health services.
TITLE : Care Coordinator (Wabasha / Red Wing)
PROGRAM : Community Based Care Coordination
JOB SUMMARY :
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is seeking a Care Coordinator responsible for coordinating integrated medical and behavioral health care for consumers. The care coordinator arranges regular meetings of the multidisciplinary treatment team, enlists consumers' participation on the team, coordinates the completion of an integrated treatment plan for each consumer, monitors symptoms and response to medical and behavioral health treatments using structured instruments and consumer interviews, works closely with the primary care and behavioral health care providers to monitor consumer outcomes and revise the treatment plan as necessary to ensure the appropriate level of care is being provided through a person-centered system of care. The Care Coordinator organizes consumer care activities to meet the consumers medical and behavioral health care as well as social services, housing, educational systems and employment opportunities as necessary to facilitate wellness and recovery of the whole person. The Care Coordinator also shares information among all of the participants concerned with a consumers care to achieve safer and more effective care.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Monitors consumer compliance with Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) data outcome measures.
- Consults with consumer and multi- disciplinarytreatment team about treatment options and preferences;
- Care Coordinator initiates and monitors progress of person-centered or family centered integrated treatment plan for all CCBHC consumers.
- Coordinates care (routine, urgent, crisis) among primary healthcare, behavioral healthcare, dental, pharmacy, and specialty services inside and outside the agency, including, but not limited to :
- Scheduling and monitoring appointments
- Scheduling follow-up services and post-hospitalization appointments
- Lab work
- Prescription adherence
- Secure releases of information from past or current providers andobtains relevant information
- Facilitates and monitors internal and external treatment referrals.
- Monitors progress in achieving goals to demonstrate improvement in the care and clinical outcome of the consumers receiving care coordination.
- Coordinates and leads regular multi-disciplinary team meetings with all clinicians serving the consumer.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION : Must be able to walk, sit, stand, crouch, twist, bend, reach overhead, maneuver stairs and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities. Must be able to move around the office and community settings on a daily basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must communicate with others and exchange information. Employee regularly operates a computer and other office equipment on a daily basis. Occasional bending and lifting up to 30 pounds.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.
EQUIPMENT USED : Computer, telephone, office equipment, vehicle.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment free from harassment, violence anddiscrimination. Our inclusive work environment represents many different backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints. The core values we live by include : integrity, respect, people focused, community focused, continuous improvement, compassion, partnership and collaboration, empowerment and financial stewardship. All Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center owned facilities are smoke / drug free environments, with some exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of conditions at client sites.
Reports To : Community Based Care Coordination Director
SUPERVISES : None
POSITION DESIGNATION : Non-exempt, Full-time or Part-Time
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS :
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, professional development, and financial security :
Paid Time Off & Leave
Professional Development Support
Health & Wellness Benefits
Retirement Savings
EEO STATMENT :
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
APPLICATION PROCESS :
A background check is required as part of the hiring process. Depending on the role, applicants may also need to complete a Mental Health Practitioner Verification Form or Professional Conduct Inquiry Form.
Salary : $19 - $28
