What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICA Care Coordinator position at Jewish Family Service of St. Paul?

Job Description

Salary : $26-$28 / hour

JFS strives to employ people who believe in its mission, vision, and values and who find great reward and pride in delivering human services to people from all walks of life. Our supportive agency culture includes significant autonomy in everyones work, reflected in the flexibility provided in scheduling where and when employees work. We value healthy professional and personal life balance.

JFS values applicants from all walks of life who bring a variety of strengths and experiences. Our clients come from all backgrounds, and we are dedicated to building a team that mirrors this diversity. Our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is reflected in many ways such as ongoing training for staff, a gender-neutral restroom, multilingual staff, domestic partner benefits, and four floating holidays to use in a way that is culturally important to staff. Though we are a Jewish organization, many of our clients and employees are not Jewish and we encourage those of any (or no) faith to apply.

JFS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We honor, encourage, and succeed on diversity, equity, and inclusion for the benefit of our employees, volunteers, and clients. If our agency sounds like a good fit for you, we recommend you apply. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment.

To request accommodation, contact us at (651) 698-0767.

Full time employees enjoy competitive benefits including :

37.5-hour work week for full-time positions.
403b retirement plan (fully vested on first day of employment).
403b matching.
Employee assistance program.
Flexible schedule.
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Health savings account.
Flexible spending account.
Generous paid time off for vacation, illness, and family emergencies.
Up to 22 paid holidays, including MLK Jr Day, Juneteenth, Jewish holidays (on weekdays), and 4 floating holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Professional development assistance including license renewal fees and CEU / training reimbursement.
Public service loan forgiveness.
Hybrid work options for most positions.

HOURS : 30 per week, flexible times, qualifies for full-time benefits

LOCATION : Hybrid; in office during orientation

JOB SUMMARY : Provide comprehensive case management services for seniors and individuals living with disabilities that are enrolled into MSHO / MSC state health plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Model and foster behavior that establishes a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

Manage a caseload of clients who are 65 and older who are primarily on the Elderly Waiver.

Regular communication with client, care team, providers, and family members

Complete initial and annual psychosocial assessments in clients homes to identify presenting problem(s) and gather pertinent history

Complete other necessary paperwork and documentation on a timely and regular basis

Create unique care plans based on assessment / reassessment identifying needs, goals, and interventions.

At a minimum, complete bi-annual check ins virtually and update the clients care plan

Complete detailed and timely case notes on every interaction with clients and families / professionals involved in their care.

Initiate, facilitate, and maintain home care-based services for clients

Collaborate with family and others from the clients support system to ensure clients needs are met

Collaborate with medical professionals and care teams, as needed

Make referrals to other agencies or resources as appropriate.

Assist with transitions and discharge planning when a client is returning home from the hospital or nursing home.

Utilize interpreters for effective communication with clients from various backgrounds

Participate in mandatory in-person team and staff meetings and case consultation discussions.

Participate in mandatory 1 : 1 meeting with direct supervisor (frequency and method of contact are flexible)

Participate in health plan and DHS trainings and meetings, as required

Provide coverage for other members of the care coordination team, as assigned

Adhere to health plans procedures and regulations

Follow agency procedures for keeping and maintaining electronic client files

Other duties as assigned

OTHER FUNCTIONS :

Adhere to NASW Code of Ethics, personnel practices and other designated policies and procedures.

Pursue professional growth through reading, workshops and other learning opportunities directly relevant to the above-described job responsibilities.

Participate in JFS committees as desired

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be available to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Commitment to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and culturally relevant environment for JFS employees, volunteers, clients and donors.

Licensure as a Social Worker through the Minnesota Board of Social Work (LSW, LGSW, LISW, or LICSW) or as a Registered Nurse / RN through the Minnesota Board of Nursing

Bachelors degree in social work, Psychology, Sociology, Nursing, or within the human services field

Valid driver's license and a personal vehicle to use for agency business.

DESIRED SKILLS :

Effective written and verbal communication

Excellent time management skills

Client-centered approach

Experience with aging population

Demonstrating empathy and compassion

Problem solving skills

Ability to multi-task

Bilingual Russian speaker

Salary : $26 - $28

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