What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Coordinator -- Bilingual position at Orchard Place?
Why Orchard Place?
At Orchard Place, we are dedicated to building a brighter future for children and families through compassionate care, early intervention, and community integration. Join our team and be part of a mission-driven organization that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Job Title: Care Coordinator - Bilingual
Location: Des Moines, IA (Downtown)
Pay for this position is posted at: $20.25
Schedule for this position: 8:00am to 5:00pm, occasional evenings. Opportunity to work from home 2-3 days per week.
Application Deadline: not applicable
Position Overview: The Care Coordinator provides care coordination in accordance with the pediatric integrated health home model. The Care Coordinator plans and coordinates care based on child/youth member needs; works as an integral member of the care team to ensure family and program outcomes are met; and coordinates client care across providers. This position requires the ability to manage time effectively due to high caseload demands and to work collaboratively on a team that includes a nurse care manager and family peer support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Connect families to community resources
- Serve on multidisciplinary treatment teams on behalf of families and children
- Help families identify meaningful ways to deescalate and calm
- Share best practice strategies for family wellness
- Plan and coordinate care based on the needs of the child, youth and family
- Evaluate the effectiveness of care provided
Qualifications:
- BA degree in social work or human services related field
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Case management experience with children, youth and families preferred
- Strong organizational skills to maintain high caseloads with care team support
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across multiple providers and perspectives
- Ability to engage families from diverse backgrounds
- Desire to learn about and develop working knowledge of other service systems
- Excellent computer skills
What are some of the things our current staff enjoy while working here?
- Enjoy a competitive benefits and time off package.
- Make a significant impact on and provide valuable input in the overall care and treatment for the children and families that we serve.
- Work with a supportive and diverse team to provide the best care to our clients.
- Receive professional development and training opportunities.
- Have your employment at Orchard Place qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF forgives the remaining balance on your federal Direct Loans after you make 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full time for a qualifying public service employer (such as Orchard Place).
Criminal and abuse registry checks completed as required by Orchard Place's licensing and accreditation standards.
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